Summer Hill (Inner West) crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
257 recorded in this period, compared with 287 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Summer Hill (Inner West)
Summer Hill is a residential suburb located in the Inner West of Sydney, approximately 8 kilometres southwest of the Sydney central business district. Situated within the Inner West Council local government area and the 2130 postcode, it is characterized by its hilly topography and leafy streets. The suburb is predominantly residential, housing a demographic of professional families and long-term residents. It is well-connected by public transport, featuring a railway station on the Inner West & Leppington Line, which serves as a central hub for the local community.
The suburb’s commercial activity is centered around Lackey Street and Smith Street near the railway station, which host a variety of boutique cafes, restaurants, and independent shops, fostering a village-like atmosphere. Summer Hill is notable for its significant collection of Victorian and Federation-era architecture, much of which is protected by local heritage conservation areas. Historically, the area was developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, transitioning from large estates into a dense suburban residential hub. Its preservation of historic streetscapes and proximity to the city remains a defining characteristic of the suburb’s development.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 25 | 24 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 21 | 20 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 20 | 19 |
| Steal from dwelling | 20 | 12 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 17 | 18 |
| Fraud | 16 | 18 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 15 | 14 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 15 | 12 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 15 | 21 |
| Other theft | 9 | 10 |
| Sexual assault | 9 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 8 | 6 |
| Steal from retail store | 8 | 18 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 7 | 6 |
| Trespass | 7 | 5 |
| Breach bail conditions | 5 | 12 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 5 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 5 | 7 |
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.