North Balgowlah crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
27 recorded in this period, compared with 38 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About North Balgowlah
North Balgowlah is a residential suburb located 12 kilometres north-east of the Sydney central business district, within the Northern Beaches Council local government area and the postcode 2093. Geographically bounded to the south by Burnt Bridge Creek and the Warringah Freeway corridor, the suburb is characterised by elevated topography offering views towards Manly and surrounding bushland. Demographically, it is predominantly a family-oriented area featuring a mix of mid-century detached housing and contemporary dwellings, housing a population that aligns with typical higher-income, suburban Sydney socioeconomic profiles.
Local life in North Balgowlah centres around community convenience and outdoor recreation. The suburb features several local shopping strips, most notably around Condamine Street and Melwood Avenue, which provide essential retail services, cafes, and dining options. Recreational facilities are prominent, anchored by Alan Davidson Oval, Ballyowen Park, and direct access to the Manly Warringah War Memorial Park (known locally as Manly Dam), which offers bushwalking, mountain biking, and water-based activities. The suburb is served by local bus networks connecting residents to Manly, the Northern Beaches, and the Sydney CBD.
Historically, the area was part of the traditional lands of the Guringai and Cammeraygal peoples before European settlement in the 19th century. Originally characterized by dense bushland and timber-getting activities, the locality developed gradually through the late 19th and early 20th centuries as part of the broader expansion of the Warringah shire. Significant urban development occurred post-World War II, transforming North Balgowlah into a planned residential suburb to accommodate Sydney's growing population.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 5 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 4 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 1 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 5 |
| Fraud | 2 | 4 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 6 |
| Steal from retail store | 2 | 1 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,816 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.