Sefton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
270 recorded in this period, compared with 279 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Sefton
Sefton is a residential suburb located in the Greater Western Sydney region, approximately 24 kilometres southwest of the Sydney central business district. Situated within the City of Canterbury-Bankstown local government area, it is positioned between the suburbs of Chester Hill, Birrong, and Regents Park. The area is characterised by low-density residential housing and is served by the Sefton railway station on the Airport, Inner West & South Line. Demographically, the suburb is ethnically diverse, reflecting the broader multicultural composition of the Canterbury-Bankstown region.
The suburb offers essential local amenities, primarily concentrated near the railway station and along Rodd Street, which includes a small selection of retail shops, cafes, and professional services. Recreational facilities are highlighted by the expansive Jim Ring Reserve, a central hub for local sports, including football and cricket. Education is provided through Sefton High School, a selective school that draws students from the wider community. Historically, the area was largely rural until mid-20th-century urban expansion transformed it into a residential hub. The development of the railway line in the 1920s facilitated this suburban growth, establishing Sefton as a transit-oriented commuter settlement that maintains a quiet, suburban character within the metropolitan landscape.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 28 | 22 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 28 | 20 |
| Malicious damage to property | 25 | 19 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 23 | 26 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 21 | 20 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 14 | 19 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 14 | 8 |
| Other theft | 10 | 7 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 10 | 10 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 8 | 12 |
| Breach bail conditions | 8 | 5 |
| Fraud | 7 | 31 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 7 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 7 | 3 |
| Other drug offences | 6 | 8 |
| Other offences | 6 | 9 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 6 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 5 | 9 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 6,300 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.