North Sydney LGA crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2,234 recorded in this period, compared with 2,077 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About North Sydney
The North Sydney Council area is located on the lower north shore of Sydney, directly across the harbour from the Sydney central business district. Characterized by its undulating topography and dramatic harbour frontages, the local government area (LGA) encompasses suburbs including North Sydney, Kirribilli, Neutral Bay, Cremorne, and Cammeray. Demographically, the area is defined by a high proportion of professionals and high-income earners, supported by a dense concentration of commercial office space and high-density residential developments.
The region functions as a significant secondary commercial hub for Sydney, featuring a robust mix of corporate office towers, retail precincts, and dining venues. Residents and workers have access to extensive public transport infrastructure, including major train stations and ferry wharves that provide direct connectivity to the city centre. The area is also known for its numerous public parks and foreshore reserves, such as Wendy Whiteley’s Secret Garden and Balls Head Reserve, which offer expansive views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the city skyline.
Historically, the area served as traditional land for the Cammeraygal people of the Eora nation before European settlement in the late 18th century. Following the completion of the Sydney Harbour Bridge in 1932, North Sydney transitioned from a semi-rural landscape into a key residential and commercial gateway. The LGA retains a rich architectural heritage, featuring a blend of Victorian and Federation-style residences alongside remnants of its industrial past. Significant historical sites, such as the North Sydney Olympic Pool and various heritage-listed colonial buildings, remain central to the area's cultural identity.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from retail store | 269 | 139 |
| Fraud | 239 | 246 |
| Malicious damage to property | 171 | 191 |
| Harassment threatening | 166 | 161 |
| Assault - non-domestic violence | 142 | 131 |
| Breach bail conditions | 138 | 177 |
| Other theft | 127 | 117 |
| Steal from dwelling | 123 | 106 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 104 | 100 |
| Assault - domestic violence | 102 | 101 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 87 | 67 |
| Sexual Offences | 81 | 98 |
| Trespass | 81 | 68 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 80 | 67 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 52 | 30 |
| Possession use of cannabis | 51 | 35 |
| Liquor offences | 48 | 25 |
| Breach AVO | 41 | 45 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 40 | 69 |
| Prohibited weapons offences | 27 | 28 |
| Receiving stolen goods | 22 | 22 |
| Offensive conduct | 16 | 9 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 14 | 17 |
| Steal from person | 9 | 9 |
| Arson | 2 | 6 |
| Robbery | 2 | 9 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 68,950 residents. This is not a current population estimate.
Sources and interpretation
These are police-recorded incident or victim counts, not every unreported incident or a prediction of personal safety. Percentage changes are not tests of statistical significance; small counts need particular care.