Northbridge crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
120 recorded in this period, compared with 104 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Northbridge
Northbridge is an affluent harborside suburb located 6 kilometres north of the Sydney central business district, within the local government area of the City of Willoughby and holding the postcode 2063. Geographically situated on the northern shores of Middle Harbour, the suburb is characterised by steep topography, extensive bushland reserves, and waterfront access. Demographically, it is a predominantly residential area featuring a mix of historic homes and modern dwellings, inhabited by a population that skews towards established families and professionals.
Local life in Northbridge centres around its commercial strip along Sailors Bay Road, which provides essential retail services, cafes, and dining options. The suburb is well-served by recreational amenities, including local parks, sporting ovals, sailing clubs, and walking trails that wind through the surrounding bushland. Educational facilities include local primary schools, while transport links via major arterial roads and regular bus services connect residents to the Sydney CBD and surrounding lower North Shore hubs.
The area derives its name from its position immediately north of the historic Suspension Bridge, which was completed in 1892 to span Long Bay and connect the district to Cammeray. Originally developed following the opening of the bridge and the subsequent introduction of tram services, Northbridge preserves a range of heritage-listed residential properties and infrastructure elements that reflect its early 20th-century suburban expansion.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 15 | 10 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 12 | 11 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 11 | 3 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 8 | 5 |
| Steal from retail store | 8 | 1 |
| Fraud | 7 | 13 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 7 | 4 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 7 | 6 |
| Other theft | 6 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 6 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 5 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 4 | 4 |
| Trespass | 4 | 6 |
| Other offences | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 1 |
| Criminal intent | 2 | 4 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 6,493 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.