Springwood crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
303 recorded in this period, compared with 382 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Springwood
Springwood is a significant town located in the Blue Mountains region of New South Wales, situated approximately 70 kilometres west of Sydney. As the largest town in the City of the Blue Mountains local government area (postcode 2777), it serves as a major commercial and administrative hub for the lower mountains. The geography is defined by its ridge-top setting, which provides panoramic views of the surrounding bushland and deep valleys characteristic of the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park. Demographically, the area hosts a diverse population, with residents often commuting to Sydney via the Blue Mountains railway line or working within local retail, education, and public service sectors.
The town offers a robust range of amenities, including a well-developed shopping precinct along the Great Western Highway, various primary and secondary schools, and medical facilities. Cultural life is anchored by the Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub, which hosts regional performances and local government services. Outdoor recreation is central to the local lifestyle, with numerous walking trails, parks, and reserves accessible from the town centre. Historically, Springwood developed as a key stopover for travelers crossing the mountains; it retains a collection of heritage-listed buildings, including early colonial residences and mid-20th-century architecture, which reflect its evolution from a transit point to a thriving residential community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 54 | 61 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 40 | 37 |
| Malicious damage to property | 29 | 33 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 24 | 28 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 15 | 22 |
| Sexual assault | 15 | 7 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 14 | 17 |
| Steal from retail store | 11 | 7 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 10 | 12 |
| Fraud | 9 | 24 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 8 | 12 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 6 | 8 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 6 | 7 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 6 | 11 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 5 | 4 |
| Other theft | 5 | 15 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 5 | 7 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 7 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 8,423 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.