North St Marys crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1,417 recorded in this period, compared with 2,541 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About North St Marys
North St Marys is a suburban locality situated in the western suburbs of Sydney, New South Wales, within the City of Penrith local government area and bearing the postcode 2760. Geographically, it is positioned just north of the St Marys commercial centre, bounded generally by major regional transport corridors and residential catchments. Demographically, the suburb is primarily residential, accommodating a diverse population that reflects the broader multicultural and working-class character of the greater Western Sydney region.
Local life in North St Marys is centered around suburban residential living, supported by local parks, sporting fields, and immediate access to the commercial, retail, and transport hubs of neighboring St Marys. Residents rely on nearby educational facilities, healthcare services, and the St Marys railway station—part of the Sydney Trains network—for commuting to major employment centers such as Parramatta and the Sydney central business district.
Historically, the area formed part of the wider St Marys district, which was developed following European settlement in the early 19th century. Originally characterized by agricultural land grants, the region underwent significant post-World War II suburbanization, transforming into the established residential community seen today. While few prominent historical structures remain directly within North St Marys, the locality shares the rich colonial and industrial heritage of the broader Penrith and Cumberland plain areas.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 747 | 1,804 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 80 | 73 |
| Malicious damage to property | 62 | 81 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 56 | 56 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 50 | 51 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 38 | 41 |
| Breach bail conditions | 36 | 40 |
| Fraud | 28 | 21 |
| Other theft | 28 | 25 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 26 | 28 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 25 | 38 |
| Other offences | 22 | 13 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 20 | 22 |
| Sexual assault | 19 | 18 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 17 | 24 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 17 | 17 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 16 | 6 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 15 | 18 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,123 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.