Lilyfield crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
429 recorded in this period, compared with 465 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Lilyfield
Lilyfield is an inner-west residential suburb of Sydney, New South Wales, located approximately 6 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district. Bounded by the localities of Rozelle, Leichhardt, and Annandale, the suburb sits on a ridge sloping down to Iron Cove to the north and Rozelle Bay to the east. Governed locally by the Inner West Council within the 2040 postcode, Lilyfield is predominantly residential in character, featuring a mix of Federation-era housing, contemporary renovations, and medium-density developments.
The suburb offers a range of local amenities, including neighbourhood parks, boutique cafes, and local retail strips, complemented by waterfront access along the Bay Run pedestrian and cycle path at Callan Park. Public transport connectivity is a defining feature of the area, serviced by multiple light rail stations on the Inner West Light Rail line, as well as regular bus routes connecting residents to the Sydney CBD and surrounding inner-west hubs.
Historically, Lilyfield developed significantly following the subdivision of large land grants and the expansion of the tramway network in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The area contains numerous heritage-listed buildings, Victorian-era worker cottages, and historically significant institutional sites, such as portions of the former Callan Park psychiatric hospital grounds, which reflect the architectural and social evolution of Sydney's inner west.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 50 | 46 |
| Malicious damage to property | 39 | 47 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 33 | 30 |
| Steal from dwelling | 28 | 18 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 27 | 38 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 26 | 30 |
| Breach bail conditions | 25 | 15 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 24 | 23 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 22 | 50 |
| Trespass | 22 | 16 |
| Fraud | 21 | 23 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 16 | 20 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual assault | 9 | 11 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 8 | 7 |
| Other drug offences | 7 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 7 | 4 |
| Criminal intent | 6 | 11 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 7,641 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.