Stanmore crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
328 recorded in this period, compared with 444 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Stanmore
Stanmore is a residential suburb located in the Inner West of Sydney, New South Wales, approximately 6 kilometres southwest of the Sydney central business district. Situated within the Inner West Council local government area and encompassing the 2048 postcode, the suburb is characterized by its hilly topography and grid-like street layout. Demographically, the area is home to a diverse population, with a residential mix that includes long-term families and young professionals, supported by convenient access to the Sydney metropolitan rail network via Stanmore railway station.
The local lifestyle is defined by a blend of quiet residential streets and a vibrant café culture, primarily concentrated along Percival Road and near the railway station. The suburb features several green spaces, including Weekley Park and Stanmore Reserve, which provide recreational facilities for the community. Education is a prominent feature of the local landscape, with the suburb hosting multiple institutions, including Newington College, a historic private boys' school, and local public primary schools.
Historically, Stanmore underwent significant residential development during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, following the arrival of the railway in the 1850s. The suburb retains a significant collection of heritage architecture, particularly Victorian-era villas and Federation-style homes, which contribute to its distinctive character. Many of these structures are protected by local heritage conservation areas, preserving the suburb’s architectural legacy and reflecting its evolution from a collection of colonial land grants into a well-connected suburban enclave.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 35 | 90 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 29 | 18 |
| Malicious damage to property | 22 | 34 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 20 | 13 |
| Steal from dwelling | 19 | 33 |
| Steal from retail store | 19 | 33 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 16 | 11 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 15 | 23 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 14 | 21 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 13 | 12 |
| Breach bail conditions | 12 | 12 |
| Other theft | 12 | 16 |
| Trespass | 11 | 12 |
| Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 10 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 10 | 12 |
| Sexual assault | 10 | 9 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 10 | 15 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 7 | 12 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 7,619 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.