North Ryde crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
359 recorded in this period, compared with 268 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About North Ryde
North Ryde is a major commercial and residential suburb located 15 kilometres north-west of the Sydney central business district in the state of New South Wales, within the postcode 2113 and the primary Local Government Area of the City of Ryde. Geographically bounded in part by the Lane Cove National Park to the north, the suburb features a mix of traditional low-density residential housing, medium-density townhouses, and high-density apartment complexes. According to the 2021 Australian census, North Ryde has a diverse population characterized by a high proportion of families and professionals, alongside a significant multicultural demographic.
Local life and amenities are anchored by the Macquarie Park economic corridor, which overlaps with North Ryde and serves as one of New South Wales' premier high-technology and business hubs, providing extensive employment opportunities. The suburb is well-serviced by transport infrastructure, including the North Ryde railway station on the Metro North West Line, major arterial roads such as the M2 Hills Motorway, and numerous bus routes connecting residents to surrounding regions. Green spaces and recreational areas are abundant, highlighted by proximity to Lane Cove National Park, local sporting ovals, and neighborhood parks. Educational needs are met by a selection of local public and private schools, with tertiary options nearby at Macquarie University.
Historically, the area was traditionally inhabited by the Wallumedegal people, an Aboriginal language group of the Eora nation. Following European settlement in the late 18th century, the land was initially utilized for agriculture, particularly orchards and farming, before undergoing progressive suburbanization throughout the 20th century. The heritage of North Ryde is preserved through various historical sites, including remnants of early colonial land grants, historic homesteads, and structures that reflect the transition of the region from a rural farming settlement into a modern metropolitan center.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 45 | 26 |
| Malicious damage to property | 41 | 38 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 34 | 27 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 32 | 11 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 27 | 29 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 20 | 17 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 20 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 17 | 22 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 16 | 13 |
| Other theft | 16 | 5 |
| Steal from retail store | 15 | 3 |
| Sexual assault | 11 | 7 |
| Trespass | 8 | 5 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 7 | 5 |
| Breach bail conditions | 6 | 4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 5 | 6 |
| Other offences | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 5 | 7 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 14,043 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.