St Johns Park crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
138 recorded in this period, compared with 141 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About St Johns Park
St Johns Park is a suburb located in the south-western region of Sydney, New South Wales, falling within the City of Fairfield local government area and the 2176 postcode. Geographically, the area is situated on the Cumberland Plain, characterized by relatively flat terrain and established residential streets. The suburb is predominantly residential, housing a diverse demographic that reflects the multicultural composition of the broader Fairfield region, with a mix of families and long-term residents.
Local life in St Johns Park is centered around community facilities, including local parks and sports grounds that provide space for recreation. The suburb is well-known for the St Johns Park Bowling Club, a major social hub for the locality and surrounding areas. Educational and retail needs are largely met by nearby shopping centres and schools located in neighboring suburbs such as Bonnyrigg and Canley Heights, ensuring residents have access to essential services within a short distance.
Historically, the area was once part of a large grant of land in the early 19th century, eventually transitioning from rural acreage to suburban development during the mid-to-late 20th century. The locality derived its name from the parish of St John, established during the early colonial era of the Liverpool district. While much of the original rural landscape has been transformed by modern residential development, the suburb retains its identity as a foundational part of the evolving western Sydney metropolitan landscape.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 18 | 25 |
| Malicious damage to property | 14 | 13 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 11 | 9 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 11 | 8 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 9 | 14 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 8 | 8 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6 | 5 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 6 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 5 | 8 |
| Fraud | 5 | 14 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 5 | 6 |
| Sexual assault | 5 | 3 |
| Breach bail conditions | 4 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 4 | 0 |
| Other theft | 3 | 5 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 1 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 3 | 2 |
| Trespass | 3 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 6,302 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.