Phillip Bay crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
33 recorded in this period, compared with 56 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Phillip Bay
Phillip Bay is a small, coastal suburb (postcode 2036) located 12 kilometres southeast of the Sydney central business district, within the City of Randwick local government area. Situated on the northern shore of Botany Bay, the locality is defined by its proximity to Yarra Bay and Frenchmans Bay. Geographically, it is a low-density residential area characterized by its integration with the surrounding bushland and coastal topography. The suburb maintains a quiet, suburban nature, serving as a transition between the urban sprawl of Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs and the natural landscape of the Kurnell Peninsula’s northern coastline.
The area is primarily residential and is noted for its tranquil environment and access to recreational maritime activities, including swimming and fishing at Yarra Bay. Amenities are concentrated toward the neighbouring suburb of La Perouse, which serves as a hub for local retail, dining, and historical tourism. While Phillip Bay itself features limited commercial infrastructure, its residents benefit from proximity to public transport links and the expansive parklands that connect the suburb to the wider Randwick council area.
Historically, the region holds significant heritage value as part of the broader Botany Bay precinct, which saw the first landing of James Cook in 1770. The area around Phillip Bay and the adjacent La Perouse headland contains numerous sites of archaeological and cultural significance, particularly concerning the contact history between Indigenous Australians and European explorers. Throughout the 20th century, the suburb developed alongside the expansion of nearby infrastructure, including the Port Botany facility, while retaining its coastal character.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 6 | 13 |
| Malicious damage to property | 4 | 7 |
| Sexual assault | 4 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 5 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 5 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 6 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 3 |
| Fraud | 1 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 3 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 721 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.