Maroubra crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2,801 recorded in this period, compared with 2,628 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Maroubra
Maroubra is a coastal suburb located 10 kilometres south-east of the Sydney central business district, within the City of Randwick (Postcode: 2035). Spanning a land area defined by its prominent coastline, the locality is best known for Maroubra Beach, a 1-kilometre expanse of ocean surf bordered by rugged sandstone headlands. According to the 2021 Australian census, Maroubra has a population of approximately 30,000 residents, reflecting a diverse demographic mix of families, young professionals, and older established residents living in a combination of low-density housing and medium-density apartments.
Local life in Maroubra centres heavily around outdoor recreation, coastal living, and community amenities. The suburb features significant public green spaces, including Mahon Pool—an ocean-fed rock pool situated beneath the northern headland—as well as numerous parks and sports fields such as Arthur Byrne Reserve. Commercial activity is primarily concentrated along McKeon Street near the beachfront and further inland along Maroubra Road and Pacific Square, offering a range of retail shops, dining options, and essential services. Public transport links connect the suburb to the Sydney CBD and surrounding eastern suburbs via regular bus services.
Historically, the area derived its name from an Indigenous word meaning "like thunder," a reference to the sound of the surf crashing on the beach. Originally inhabited by the Bidjigal people, the land was settled by Europeans in the 19th century, with significant residential and industrial development occurring into the 20th century. During World War II, the area played a role in Sydney’s coastal defences, and parts of the suburb maintain historical significance through heritage-listed buildings and sites that reflect its transition from a remote coastal outpost to a prominent residential suburb.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 953 | 875 |
| Malicious damage to property | 166 | 159 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 140 | 130 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 133 | 150 |
| Steal from retail store | 121 | 106 |
| Fraud | 116 | 171 |
| Steal from dwelling | 109 | 82 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 101 | 104 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 94 | 94 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 90 | 83 |
| Other theft | 88 | 77 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 65 | 52 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 62 | 38 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 61 | 40 |
| Trespass | 58 | 46 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 47 | 30 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 38 | 50 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 35 | 31 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 30,722 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.