Revesby crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1,250 recorded in this period, compared with 1,176 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Revesby
Revesby is a suburb located in the south-western region of Sydney, New South Wales, falling within the City of Canterbury-Bankstown local government area (postcode 2212). Geographically, it is positioned approximately 22 kilometres from the Sydney central business district. The suburb is characterized by a mix of residential areas, light industrial zones, and commercial strips. Demographically, it maintains a diverse population, reflecting the broader multicultural composition of the Canterbury-Bankstown region, with housing stock ranging from post-war detached dwellings to newer medium-density developments.
The suburb serves as a local transport and commercial hub, anchored by Revesby railway station on the T8 Airport & South Line, which provides direct access to the Sydney CBD and the broader metropolitan network. Local amenities are concentrated around the shopping precinct on Marco Avenue and Selems Parade, featuring major supermarkets, professional services, and the Revesby Workers’ Club, a prominent local institution. Recreational facilities include several parks and sports fields, such as Revesby Park and nearby regional reserves that offer green space for the community.
Historically, the area was part of the traditional lands of the Dharug people. European settlement began in the early 19th century, with the land initially used for farming and timber harvesting. The locality remained largely rural until the mid-20th century, when the expansion of the Sydney suburban rail network triggered rapid residential subdivision and development following World War II. While much of the suburb’s original colonial-era landscape has been transformed by urbanisation, it retains historical significance as part of the post-war suburban growth that defined the development of south-western Sydney.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 364 | 144 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 95 | 100 |
| Fraud | 87 | 143 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 76 | 62 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 60 | 95 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 58 | 44 |
| Malicious damage to property | 58 | 73 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 56 | 98 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 49 | 65 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 31 | 35 |
| Steal from dwelling | 31 | 22 |
| Other theft | 30 | 47 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 27 | 29 |
| Steal from retail store | 22 | 26 |
| Other offences | 20 | 12 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 16 | 12 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 15 | 17 |
| Sexual assault | 15 | 16 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 15,268 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.