North Turramurra crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
32 recorded in this period, compared with 61 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About North Turramurra
North Turramurra is an established upper-North Shore suburb located 25 kilometres north-west of the Sydney central business district, within the local government area of Ku-ring-gai Council (Postcode 2074). Geographically, the locality is characterised by its leafy, elevated topography, bordered by the protected bushland of the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park to the north and east. Demographically, it is primarily a residential area populated by families and professionals, featuring a mix of detached heritage homes, modern residences, and medium-density townhouses.
Local life in North Turramurra centres around the commercial hub located at the intersection of Bobbin Head Road and Chifley Road, which provides essential retail services, supermarkets, and dining options. The suburb is well-served by educational facilities, including public primary schools and proximity to independent secondary colleges. Recreational amenities are abundant, featuring numerous local parks, sporting ovals, tennis courts, and walking tracks that leverage the suburb's bushland fringe. Public transport relies primarily on bus services connecting residents to nearby Turramurra railway station on the T1 North Shore line.
Historically, the area was traditionally inhabited by the Guringai Aboriginal people before European settlement in the 19th century. The name "Turramurra" is derived from an Indigenous word believed to mean "high hill" or "big hill." The locality experienced significant development following the extension of the railway line in the late 1880s, transitioning from a timber-getting and orchard region into a desirable residential retreat. Today, North Turramurra retains a strong suburban heritage identity, with strict local planning controls preserving its natural canopy and architectural character.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 5 | 7 |
| Sexual assault | 4 | 6 |
| Steal from dwelling | 4 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 4 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 4 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 4 |
| Trespass | 2 | 1 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 4 |
| Liquor offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,194 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.