Redfern crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3,572 recorded in this period, compared with 3,692 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Redfern
Redfern (postcode 2016) is an inner-city suburb located three kilometers south of the Sydney central business district, falling primarily within the City of Sydney local government area. Characterized by a high-density urban environment, the suburb features a mix of Victorian-era residential terraces, public housing estates, and modern apartment developments. As of the 2021 Census, Redfern hosts a diverse population, maintaining a significant cultural connection to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, who have established the area as a central hub for Indigenous activism and social services in Sydney.
The suburb is a key transit node, anchored by Redfern railway station, which facilitates high connectivity to the broader Sydney metropolitan area. Local life is defined by a vibrant commercial sector concentrated along Redfern and Regent Streets, offering a dense array of cafes, small businesses, and community venues. Residents have access to several green spaces, most notably Redfern Park, which serves as a primary recreational facility for the community.
Historically, Redfern evolved from a semi-rural district into a prominent industrial and working-class suburb following the expansion of the railway in the mid-19th century. During the 20th century, it became the focal point of the Australian Indigenous rights movement, with organizations such as the Foundation for Aboriginal Affairs and the first Aboriginal Medical Service established within its borders. Today, the area is noted for its heritage-listed architecture and ongoing processes of urban gentrification, which continue to reshape its demographic and social landscape.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 1,152 | 1,181 |
| Other theft | 223 | 169 |
| Fraud | 198 | 197 |
| Malicious damage to property | 189 | 191 |
| Steal from dwelling | 184 | 159 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 163 | 155 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 153 | 159 |
| Steal from retail store | 126 | 205 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 90 | 78 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 88 | 115 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 86 | 74 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 79 | 83 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 77 | 53 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 76 | 81 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 68 | 38 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 68 | 64 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 60 | 40 |
| Trespass | 46 | 78 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 13,072 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.