Woollahra LGA crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1,934 recorded in this period, compared with 1,995 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Woollahra
The Municipality of Woollahra is a local government area located in the eastern suburbs of Sydney, New South Wales, spanning approximately 12 square kilometers. Stretching from the southern shores of Sydney Harbour to the coastline of the Pacific Ocean, the area is characterized by its hilly topography and significant urban density. Demographically, the LGA is among the most affluent in Australia, housing a high proportion of high-income professionals and long-term residents. It encompasses several prominent suburbs, including Double Bay, Rose Bay, Vaucluse, and Paddington.
The region is defined by a blend of high-end commercial precincts, leafy residential streets, and extensive public parklands. Local amenities include the exclusive retail and dining hubs of Double Bay and Woollahra, alongside significant green spaces such as Cooper Park and the cliff-top walkways of Watsons Bay. Cultural life is supported by the Woollahra Library and various community facilities, while the area’s proximity to the Sydney Central Business District ensures high connectivity via integrated transport networks.
Woollahra’s history is rooted in the early colonial development of the Sydney region, with the name derived from the Gadigal word for "meeting ground." Throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, the area transitioned from large land grants and country estates into a dense residential suburb. The LGA retains a significant architectural heritage, featuring extensive concentrations of Victorian and Federation-era terrace housing, particularly in Paddington. This commitment to preservation is maintained through strict planning controls designed to protect the historical character and streetscapes of the municipality.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 174 | 228 |
| Harassment threatening | 170 | 147 |
| Malicious damage to property | 165 | 199 |
| Assault - non-domestic violence | 139 | 120 |
| Liquor offences | 109 | 120 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 109 | 82 |
| Steal from retail store | 108 | 134 |
| Assault - domestic violence | 104 | 116 |
| Steal from dwelling | 93 | 100 |
| Other theft | 86 | 95 |
| Sexual Offences | 84 | 91 |
| Breach bail conditions | 80 | 112 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 71 | 79 |
| Trespass | 69 | 73 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 64 | 52 |
| Receiving stolen goods | 49 | 36 |
| Breach AVO | 48 | 42 |
| Possession use of cannabis | 41 | 26 |
| Offensive conduct | 38 | 26 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 36 | 21 |
| Prohibited weapons offences | 32 | 25 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 30 | 20 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 14 | 28 |
| Steal from person | 9 | 11 |
| Arson | 4 | 6 |
| Offensive language | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 53,496 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.