Northwood crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
13 recorded in this period, compared with 16 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Northwood
Northwood is a harbourside suburb located on the Lower North Shore of Sydney, New South Wales, approximately 9 kilometres north-west of the Sydney central business district. Positioned within the Lane Cove Council local government area and the 2066 postcode, the suburb occupies a tranquil peninsula bounded by Lane Cove River to the west and Longueville (Northwood) Bay to the east and south. Characterised by steep topography descending to the water, Northwood is primarily a residential area featuring a mix of historic homes and contemporary dwellings, and is home to a relatively small, affluent population.
Local life in Northwood is quiet and predominantly residential, benefiting from its natural surroundings and proximity to the water. The suburb features waterfront parks, notably Northwood Wharf and the adjacent reserve, which provide scenic views of the Lane Cove River and commuter ferry services to the Sydney CBD. While Northwood itself has limited commercial infrastructure, it relies on the nearby commercial centres of Lane Cove and Greenwich for extensive shopping, dining, and professional services. Educational and recreational facilities are also easily accessible in the surrounding Lane Cove municipality.
The area derives its name from "Northwood House," a historic residence built in the late 19th century by surveyor and pastoralist Edward Wollstonecraft's associates, though the land was later subdivided. Much of the suburb's historical character is preserved through its Victorian and Federation-era architecture, alongside remnants of early maritime infrastructure. The establishment of the Northwood ferry wharf in the late 19th century facilitated early residential growth, transforming the locality from bushland and private estates into an established residential suburb.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 916 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.