Roseville crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
202 recorded in this period, compared with 199 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Roseville
Roseville is a leafy residential suburb located 12 kilometres north-west of the Sydney central business district, falling primarily within the Ku-ring-gai Council local government area. The suburb is characterized by its hilly topography, characterized by extensive native bushland and pockets of mature vegetation. Demographically, it is a predominantly affluent area, home to a stable population of families and professionals who are well-served by its inclusion in the 2069 postcode, which integrates Roseville into the broader Upper North Shore residential corridor.
The suburb offers a convenient lifestyle anchored by the Roseville railway station on the North Shore Line, which provides frequent access to Sydney’s metropolitan core and nearby business hubs like Chatswood. Local amenities include a small commercial strip along Pacific Highway featuring heritage-style storefronts, boutique retailers, and the historic Roseville Cinema. Educational infrastructure is prominent, with both public and private schools serving the local community, while the presence of various parks and recreational facilities supports a quiet, suburban atmosphere.
Historically, the area was developed following the opening of the North Shore railway line in 1890, which spurred residential expansion into what was formerly orchard and timber land. Roseville retains a significant architectural heritage, distinguished by a high concentration of Federation and California Bungalow-style residences. Many of these homes are protected under municipal heritage conservation areas, preserving the suburb’s early 20th-century aesthetic and its character as one of Sydney’s established "garden suburbs."
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 24 | 22 |
| Malicious damage to property | 19 | 18 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 17 | 20 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 16 | 19 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 16 | 12 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 12 | 11 |
| Steal from dwelling | 10 | 14 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 10 | 17 |
| Trespass | 9 | 3 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 7 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 6 | 5 |
| Other theft | 6 | 10 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 6 | 4 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 6 | 10 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 5 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 5 | 3 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 4 | 7 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 10,340 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.