Sydney Olympic Park crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1,187 recorded in this period, compared with 1,247 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Sydney Olympic Park
Sydney Olympic Park is a 640-hectare suburb located 13 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district, situated within the City of Parramatta local government area (postcode 2127). Geographically, the area is bordered by the Parramatta River to the north and features extensive parklands, including the Bicentennial Park and the Newington Nature Reserve. Demographically, the suburb is characterized by a high proportion of apartment-style housing, attracting a transient and professional population drawn to its proximity to major sporting and entertainment infrastructure.
The locality serves as a premier destination for large-scale events, anchored by facilities such as Accor Stadium, Qudos Bank Arena, and the Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre. Beyond its role as an event hub, the area offers various lifestyle amenities, including expansive cycling and walking tracks, wetland reserves, and several high-density residential precincts. It is well-connected via a dedicated railway station and frequent bus services, functioning as both a significant leisure precinct and an emerging commercial and residential centre.
Historically, the site underwent a major transformation for the 2000 Summer Olympics, evolving from a former industrial and military site—which included an armaments depot and brickworks—into a model of urban renewal and environmental remediation. Following the Games, the area transitioned into a multi-purpose precinct under the management of the Sydney Olympic Park Authority. The site is historically significant as the primary venue for the 2000 Summer Olympics, retaining its heritage through the adaptive reuse of historic structures and the preservation of its natural ecosystems.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 224 | 231 |
| Possession and/or use of ecstasy | 105 | 184 |
| Liquor offences | 97 | 70 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 76 | 72 |
| Other theft | 51 | 39 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 46 | 44 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 40 | 41 |
| Steal from dwelling | 39 | 39 |
| Dealing, trafficking in ecstasy | 38 | 19 |
| Malicious damage to property | 38 | 42 |
| Fraud | 36 | 25 |
| Trespass | 34 | 22 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 33 | 42 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 30 | 50 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 28 | 14 |
| Other drug offences | 25 | 34 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 23 | 19 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 23 | 12 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,848 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.