Oxford Falls crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
13 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Oxford Falls
Oxford Falls is a semi-rural suburb located in the Northern Beaches region of New South Wales, approximately 20 kilometres north-east of the Sydney central business district, with the postcode 2100. Geographically, the locality is characterised by rugged topography, native bushland, and steep sandstone gullies that form part of the Garigal National Park catchment. Due to its protected environmental zones and large acreage properties, Oxford Falls maintains a low-density population and a distinctly rural atmosphere while being situated within the Northern Beaches Council local government area.
The suburb functions primarily as a residential area featuring large landholdings, plant nurseries, and specialized agricultural and horticultural enterprises. Local life is quiet and vehicle-dependent, with residents relying on neighboring suburbs such as Dee Why, Frenchs Forest, and Narrabeen for commercial retail, major healthcare services, and broader community amenities. The locality is also home to several private educational institutions and religious facilities, which draw daily visitors from outside the immediate area.
Historically, the land around Oxford Falls was traditionally occupied by the Guringai people, who utilized the rich bushland resources and left behind numerous cultural heritage sites, including rock engravings and art shelters. European settlement began to shape the area in the 19th and early 20th centuries through timber-getting, market gardening, and the development of rudimentary transport routes connecting Sydney to the northern beaches. Over the decades, the suburb has largely resisted intensive suburbanization, preserving its natural landscape and historical remnants amidst the encroaching urban sprawl of greater Sydney.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 0 |
| Trespass | 2 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 265 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.