Melrose Park crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
99 recorded in this period, compared with 83 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Melrose Park
Melrose Park is a suburb located 17 kilometres north-west of the Sydney central business district, within the City of Ryde, and shares the postcode 2114. Situated on the northern bank of the Parramatta River, the suburb is bounded by West Ryde to the north, Meadowbank to the east, and Ermington across the river to the south. Historically an industrial area, the locality was designated for urban renewal, transitioning into a mixed-use residential district characterised by high-density apartment developments alongside remaining pockets of traditional housing.
The suburb features local parks and open green spaces along the waterfront, offering recreational opportunities for residents with views of the Parramatta River. Commercial amenities within Melrose Park are limited, but residents rely on neighbouring commercial hubs such as West Ryde and Meadowbank for shopping, dining, and professional services. Public transport connectivity is provided by bus routes connecting to nearby train stations on the Main Northern line, as well as ferry services operating from the broader City of Ryde area.
Historically, Melrose Park was inhabited by the Wallumedegal people before European settlement in the late 18th century. For much of the 20th century, the area functioned as an industrial and manufacturing precinct, housing major corporate facilities and factories. In the 21st century, the New South Wales government and private developers rezoned the suburb, transforming former industrial brownfield sites into a master-planned residential community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 18 | 9 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 12 | 14 |
| Fraud | 10 | 4 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 9 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 8 | 4 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 6 | 4 |
| Other theft | 6 | 4 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 5 | 5 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 5 | 8 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 6 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 6 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 2 |
| Arson | 1 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 2 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,059 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.