Oakville crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
55 recorded in this period, compared with 77 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Oakville
Oakville is a semi-rural suburb located in the northwestern outskirts of Sydney, New South Wales, within the Hawkesbury City Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2765. Geographically, the locality is characterized by a mix of low-density residential properties, small-scale agricultural holdings, and open green spaces typical of the outer Cumberland Plain. Demographically, Oakville has experienced steady transition from a traditional farming community to a more populated residential area, driven by regional urban growth while retaining its distinct rural-residential character.
Local life in Oakville centers around its community identity and rural amenity. While the suburb itself is predominantly residential and agricultural, it relies on nearby commercial hubs such as Windsor, Riverstone, and Rouse Hill for major retail, educational, and healthcare services. Local infrastructure includes small businesses, local parks, and rural properties, with transport links primarily dependent on road networks connecting the locality to the greater Sydney metropolitan region.
Historically, the land encompassing Oakville was originally inhabited by the Darug people prior to European settlement. Following British colonization, the area was integrated into the broader Hawkesbury agricultural region, initially utilized for farming, timber-cutting, and livestock grazing. Over the latter half of the 20th and into the 21st century, portions of the traditional rural landscape have been subdivided to accommodate modern housing developments, reflecting the shifting land use patterns of outer western Sydney.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 8 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 7 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 5 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 4 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 4 | 3 |
| Other theft | 4 | 7 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 9 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 7 |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 4 |
| Fraud | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 4 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 4 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 9 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 1 | 1 |
| Trespass | 1 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,027 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.