Silverdale crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
120 recorded in this period, compared with 126 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Silverdale
Silverdale is a semi-rural locality situated within the Wollondilly Shire in New South Wales, holding the postcode 2752. Located on the southwestern fringe of the Greater Sydney metropolitan area, it is geographically positioned between the Warragamba Dam catchment and the Nepean River. The population is primarily composed of families and long-term residents living in low-density housing, reflecting a transition zone between the outer suburban sprawl of Sydney and the rural landscape of the Southern Highlands.
The local lifestyle is characterized by a quiet, semi-rural atmosphere supported by essential services, including a small shopping village, local primary schooling, and community recreational spaces. Historically, the area was developed as part of the broader expansion of the Macarthur region, evolving from agricultural landholdings into a residential township. While much of the heritage is tied to the mid-20th-century development of the nearby Warragamba Dam, the area maintains a distinct identity rooted in its historical role as a service hub for the surrounding rural communities.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 21 | 6 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 15 | 20 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 13 | 8 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 11 | 10 |
| Fraud | 9 | 14 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 8 | 17 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 6 | 3 |
| Breach bail conditions | 5 | 3 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 5 | 3 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 5 | 4 |
| Other theft | 4 | 4 |
| Assault Police | 2 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 7 |
| Steal from retail store | 2 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Coercive Control | 1 | 0 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,543 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.