Narwee crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
356 recorded in this period, compared with 353 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Narwee
Narwee is a residential suburb located 18 kilometres south-west of the Sydney central business district, within the Canterbury-Bankstown local government area, and shares the 2209 postcode. Geographically, it is primarily a low-density residential area characterised by suburban homes, medium-density apartments, and local parks. Narwee is a culturally diverse community featuring a significant proportion of families and residents from varied overseas backgrounds.
Local life and amenities are centred around the Narwee commercial strip adjacent to the Narwee railway station, which sits on the T8 Airport and South Line of the Sydney Trains network, providing direct commuter access to the CBD and Sydney Airport. The suburb contains several local green spaces, including Narwee Park and Beverly Hills Park on its borders, as well as local educational facilities such as Narwee Public School. For broader commercial, dining, and entertainment needs, residents frequently access nearby major hubs like Hurstville and Bankstown.
The area's history is tied to the expansion of Sydney’s south-western railway line during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, which stimulated suburban development. The Narwee railway station opened in 1931, a key catalyst that transformed the locality from semi-rural land into a residential neighborhood. The suburb's name is derived from an Aboriginal word understood to mean "sun" or "place of the sun," reflecting a naming convention used by the state rail authorities for stations in the area during that era.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 77 | 60 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 32 | 23 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 29 | 25 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 22 | 13 |
| Fraud | 19 | 14 |
| Malicious damage to property | 17 | 31 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 17 | 22 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 14 | 16 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 11 | 17 |
| Breach bail conditions | 9 | 10 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 8 | 15 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 8 | 9 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 7 | 0 |
| Other theft | 7 | 6 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 7 | 9 |
| Possession and/or use of narcotics | 7 | 3 |
| Sexual assault | 7 | 6 |
| Other drug offences | 6 | 10 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,411 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.