North Parramatta crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
682 recorded in this period, compared with 801 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About North Parramatta
North Parramatta is an inner-suburb of Sydney, located 24 kilometres north-west of the Sydney central business district in the state of New South Wales. Situated within the City of Parramatta local government area and sharing the postcode 2151, the suburb is bounded to the south by the Parramatta River. According to the 2021 Australian census, the locality supports a diverse and growing population characterised by a mix of families, young professionals, and a notable proportion of apartment-dwellers alongside traditional housing.
The area functions as both a residential district and a commercial extension of the nearby Parramatta CBD. Local life is supported by retail strips along major thoroughfares such as Church Street, offering a variety of dining, retail, and professional services. The suburb features several green spaces, including the northern edges of Parramatta Park, which provide recreational facilities and walking paths. Transport connectivity is facilitated by local bus networks linking residents to Parramatta railway station and surrounding commercial hubs.
North Parramatta holds significant historical importance in New South Wales, containing some of Australia's earliest colonial architecture and heritage sites. It is home to the Female Factory Precinct, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site associated with convict history, as well as several other 19th-century institutional buildings. These historical assets, alongside preserved Victorian and Federation-era residences, contribute to the distinct heritage character of the suburb.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 73 | 60 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 61 | 77 |
| Malicious damage to property | 53 | 69 |
| Fraud | 52 | 58 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 48 | 36 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 38 | 41 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 31 | 29 |
| Steal from retail store | 31 | 14 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 28 | 46 |
| Steal from dwelling | 28 | 45 |
| Breach bail conditions | 27 | 28 |
| Other theft | 25 | 18 |
| Sexual assault | 21 | 13 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 19 | 33 |
| Trespass | 19 | 20 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 17 | 12 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 16 | 23 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 14 | 23 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 12,064 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.