Londonderry crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
220 recorded in this period, compared with 189 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Londonderry
Londonderry is a semi-rural suburb located on the northwestern fringe of Greater Western Sydney, within the City of Penrith local government area (postcode 2753). Situated approximately 60 kilometres from the Sydney central business district, the locality acts as a transition zone between the metropolitan sprawl and the rural expanses of the Hawkesbury region. Geographically characterised by low-density housing, agricultural plots, and native bushland, Londonderry has a modest population that primarily consists of families and older residents seeking a semi-rural lifestyle within commuting distance of major urban centres.
Local life and amenities in Londonderry are centered around community-oriented facilities, small businesses, and open green spaces. The suburb features local parks, equestrian properties, and a small commercial strip along its main thoroughfares that caters to day-to-day convenience needs. For broader retail, educational, and medical services, residents typically rely on nearby major hubs such as Penrith and Richmond. The area is intersected by major arterial roads like Londonderry Road, facilitating regional transport connectivity across Western Sydney.
European settlement in the area dates back to the early 19th century, following the expansion of the British colony beyond the Blue Mountains and into the Cumberland Plain. Originally established as an agricultural district, the locality was named after County Londonderry in Northern Ireland. Over the decades, Londonderry has retained much of its historical rural character, though gradual suburban development has increasingly influenced its landscape while preserving pockets of its colonial heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 32 | 34 |
| Fraud | 21 | 19 |
| Malicious damage to property | 16 | 11 |
| Arson | 14 | 15 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 13 | 6 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 11 | 9 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 11 | 11 |
| Sexual assault | 10 | 10 |
| Breach bail conditions | 9 | 5 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 8 | 3 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 8 | 8 |
| Other offences | 7 | 7 |
| Trespass | 7 | 12 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 6 | 3 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 6 | 5 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 7 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 4 | 1 |
| Other theft | 4 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,024 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.