Monterey crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
113 recorded in this period, compared with 101 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Monterey
Monterey is a residential suburb located in southern Sydney, within the Bayside Council local government area, approximately 14 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district. Situated on the western shores of Botany Bay, the suburb carries the postcode 2217 and is bordered by Kogarah Bay, Ramsgate, and Brighton-Le-Sands. Demographically, it is a predominantly low-density residential area characterised by a mix of detached housing, medium-density flats, and townhouses, housing a culturally diverse population reflective of the broader St George region.
Local life in Monterey is defined by its coastal geography and proximity to major transport corridors. The suburb features direct access to Lady Robinson Beach and Cook Park, which run continuously along the Botany Bay foreshore, offering walking paths, cycleways, and recreational parks. While predominantly residential, Monterey is supported by local convenience retail along nearby sections of The Grand Parade and Rocky Point Road, with broader commercial, educational, and healthcare services accessible in neighbouring Kogarah and Rockdale.
Historically, the area was part of the traditional lands of the Gweagal and Bidjigal clans of the Dharawal speaking people. European settlement in the wider St George district initially focused on agriculture, fishing, and timber-getting before transitioning into a seaside residential and holiday destination in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The suburb's name reflects this coastal resort era, and its development accelerated following the expansion of Sydney’s southern tram and rail networks, transforming the once-isolated bay shoreline into established suburban neighborhoods.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 15 | 14 |
| Malicious damage to property | 13 | 14 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 12 | 15 |
| Trespass | 10 | 2 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 9 | 8 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 9 | 3 |
| Fraud | 7 | 6 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 7 | 6 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 5 | 8 |
| Breach bail conditions | 4 | 4 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 3 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 7 |
| Other offences | 2 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 0 |
| Assault Police | 1 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,619 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.