Old Toongabbie crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
70 recorded in this period, compared with 91 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Old Toongabbie
Old Toongabbie is a predominantly residential suburb located 30 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district, within the local government area of the City of Parramatta (postcode 2146). Situated north of Toongabbie and east of Pendle Hill, the locality is characterised by a mix of traditional housing and established suburban developments. Demographically, it is a culturally diverse community comprising families, professionals, and older residents, supported by local parks and proximity to major regional commercial centres.
Local life in Old Toongabbie centers around community-focused amenities, including local shopping strips, sports reserves, and educational facilities such as local primary schools. The suburb is bounded by natural features like Toongabbie Creek, which provides a network of walking paths and open green spaces. Public transport connectivity is facilitated by bus services linking residents to nearby railway stations on the T1 Western and Cumberland lines, offering access to Parramatta and Sydney CBD.
The area holds significant historical importance as one of Australia's earliest farming settlements, established shortly after European colonization in 1788 to feed the fledgling colony at Sydney Cove. The name "Toongabbie" is derived from an Aboriginal word believed to mean "the place by the water." Several historic sites and remnants from the early agricultural and convict eras are associated with the wider Toongabbie district, reflecting its foundational role in New South Wales' colonial history.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 15 | 11 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 12 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 6 | 5 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 5 | 4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 5 | 7 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 4 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 12 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 3 |
| Trespass | 3 | 3 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 4 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 7 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 16 |
| Other offences | 1 | 2 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,276 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.