Ropes Crossing crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
310 recorded in this period, compared with 284 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Ropes Crossing
Ropes Crossing is a residential suburb located in the Greater Western Sydney region of New South Wales, within the City of Blacktown local government area. Situated approximately 50 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district, it occupies a position between the suburbs of Mount Druitt and Cranebrook. The area is characterized by modern, low-density housing developments and is home to a predominantly young, family-oriented demographic. According to Australian Bureau of Statistics data, the suburb has experienced steady growth since its establishment, reflecting the broader urban expansion of the Western Sydney corridor.
The locality is designed with a focus on integrated community living, featuring a central neighbourhood shopping precinct, multiple public parks, and preserved natural corridors. Educational and recreational needs are served by a local primary school and several community spaces, with surrounding suburbs providing access to broader transport networks and regional facilities. Historically, the land was part of the former Australian Defence Industries (ADI) site, a vast munitions manufacturing facility operated during the mid-20th century. Following the decommissioning and remediation of the site in the early 2000s, the area was repurposed for residential development, effectively transitioning from an industrial military zone into a contemporary suburban community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 37 | 25 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 33 | 27 |
| Malicious damage to property | 30 | 36 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 23 | 12 |
| Steal from dwelling | 19 | 14 |
| Fraud | 17 | 18 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 14 | 17 |
| Steal from retail store | 13 | 19 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 11 | 5 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 11 | 13 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 10 | 9 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 7 | 2 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 7 | 12 |
| Trespass | 7 | 9 |
| Breach bail conditions | 5 | 5 |
| Other offences | 5 | 3 |
| Other theft | 5 | 9 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 5 | 10 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 7,280 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.