Rose Bay crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
377 recorded in this period, compared with 282 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Rose Bay
Rose Bay is a harbourside suburb located six kilometers east of the Sydney central business district, situated within the local government area of the Municipality of Woollahra and the postcode 2029. Geographically, it occupies the area surrounding a prominent bay on the southern shores of Sydney Harbour, bordered by the suburbs of Dover Heights, Vaucluse, and Point Piper. The area is characterized by its significant residential density, featuring a demographic profile that trends towards high-income professionals and families, consistently ranking among Australia's most affluent suburbs.
The suburb is well-served by a range of amenities, including a popular commercial strip along New South Head Road and the Rose Bay ferry wharf, which provides transport access to Circular Quay. The locality is home to several high-profile educational institutions, including Rose Bay Secondary College and Kambala School, as well as expansive recreational spaces such as Lyne Park and the Rose Bay waterfront. The bay itself is a frequent site for sailing and seaplane operations, acting as a functional maritime gateway between the Eastern Suburbs and the city.
Historically, the area was named after the Right Honourable George Rose, a British politician and Secretary to the Treasury. The suburb's development was notably influenced by the establishment of the Rose Bay Airport in 1938, which served as the primary international flying boat base for Sydney until the mid-1950s. Today, several heritage-listed sites remain within the locality, including the grand Victoria-era residential architecture and remnants of its early colonial maritime history, reflecting its long-standing status as a prominent residential enclave.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 47 | 19 |
| Malicious damage to property | 41 | 29 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 31 | 13 |
| Fraud | 28 | 35 |
| Liquor offences | 21 | 15 |
| Other offences | 19 | 22 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 17 | 15 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 15 | 5 |
| Other theft | 12 | 12 |
| Breach bail conditions | 11 | 7 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 11 | 6 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 11 | 9 |
| Steal from dwelling | 10 | 12 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 9 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 8 | 2 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 8 | 3 |
| Sexual assault | 8 | 10 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 8 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 9,911 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.