Little Bay crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
181 recorded in this period, compared with 216 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Little Bay
Little Bay is a coastal suburb located 14 kilometres south-east of the Sydney central business district in the state of New South Wales, within the Randwick City Council local government area and the 2036 postcode. Bounded by the Tasman Sea to the east, Malabar to the north, and La Perouse to the south, the locality is characterised by its namesake secluded bay, rugged sandstone cliffs, and pocket beaches. Little Bay has a residential population living across a mix of modern medium-density apartments, townhouses, and heritage-converted residences.
The suburb functions primarily as a residential area supported by a local village hub centred around Coast Hospital Road, which features retail shops, cafes, and essential services. Little Bay is well-known for its recreational amenities, notably the historic Coast Golf Club situated on the clifftops overlooking the ocean, as well as several public parks, coastal walking tracks, and protected swimming areas like Little Bay Beach. Public transport connectivity is provided by regional bus services linking the suburb to Sydney's CBD and neighbouring eastern suburbs.
Historically, Little Bay was traditionally inhabited by the Bidjigal and Gweagal clans of the Dharawal nation. In the late 19th century, the area became a major site for public health infrastructure, most notably as the location of the Coast Hospital—established in 1881 to isolate infectious disease patients—which later evolved into the Prince Henry Hospital before closing in 2001. The site subsequently underwent a major urban renewal project, transforming the former hospital grounds into a residential community while preserving several heritage-listed Federation-style buildings and the historic hospital cemetery.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 22 | 18 |
| Malicious damage to property | 20 | 22 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 20 | 25 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 18 | 6 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 14 | 7 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 13 | 14 |
| Steal from dwelling | 12 | 9 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 10 | 27 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 7 | 14 |
| Fraud | 6 | 16 |
| Other theft | 6 | 3 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 6 | 3 |
| Breach bail conditions | 5 | 6 |
| Trespass | 4 | 4 |
| Criminal intent | 2 | 3 |
| Other offences | 2 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 7 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 2 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,817 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.