Rozelle crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
413 recorded in this period, compared with 452 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Rozelle
Rozelle is a harborside suburb (postcode 2039) located approximately 4 kilometers west of the Sydney central business district, within the Inner West Council local government area. The suburb is defined by its hilly topography and proximity to the waterways of Iron Cove and Rozelle Bay. The area is largely residential, populated by a mix of professionals and families, and is connected to the wider Sydney metropolitan area via the arterial Victoria Road.
The suburb features a village atmosphere concentrated along Darling Street, which is lined with heritage buildings housing cafes, boutiques, and local businesses. Significant local landmarks include the historic Rozelle Public School and Callan Park, a large heritage-listed precinct providing expansive green space. The area also occupies a strategic position near the Rozelle Interchange. Historically, the area developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as an industrial hub. In recent decades, the suburb has undergone significant gentrification, with many original Victorian-era terraces and workers' cottages undergoing restoration while maintaining the area’s architectural heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 40 | 32 |
| Fraud | 35 | 56 |
| Malicious damage to property | 25 | 43 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 25 | 32 |
| Steal from dwelling | 25 | 19 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 23 | 34 |
| Steal from retail store | 23 | 20 |
| Other theft | 21 | 26 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 20 | 16 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 18 | 9 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 17 | 16 |
| Trespass | 16 | 18 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 12 | 7 |
| Breach bail conditions | 12 | 15 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 10 | 3 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 9 | 4 |
| Criminal intent | 8 | 3 |
| Liquor offences | 7 | 8 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 8,553 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.