Sylvania crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
406 recorded in this period, compared with 376 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Sylvania
Sylvania is a residential suburb located in the Sutherland Shire of New South Wales (postcode 2224), situated approximately 20 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district. Geographically, it is a peninsular suburb bounded by the Georges River to the north and the Hacking River to the south, connected to the wider region via the Tom Uglys Bridge. The area is characterized by a mix of waterfront properties and established residential housing. Demographically, it is a predominantly residential community with a diverse population, maintaining a profile consistent with suburban Sydney, supported by strong transport links to the nearby commercial hubs of Miranda and Hurstville.
The suburb offers a variety of amenities centered primarily around the Princes Highway corridor, which hosts extensive retail, dining, and professional services. Local life is defined by its proximity to the waterways, with several parks, marinas, and boat ramps providing opportunities for recreational water activities. Education is served by local public primary and high schools, while the neighboring suburb of Miranda provides access to larger-scale regional shopping facilities at Westfield Miranda.
Historically, the area was part of the traditional lands of the Dharawal people. European settlement began in the early 19th century, with the name "Sylvania" attributed to land grants made in the 1820s, derived from the Latin silva (forest). For much of its early history, the district remained largely agricultural and sparsely populated, known for orchards and market gardens. The completion of the Tom Uglys Bridge in 1929 facilitated significant suburban expansion, transforming Sylvania from a rural outpost into a well-connected residential suburb of metropolitan Sydney throughout the mid-to-late 20th century.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 50 | 39 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 41 | 46 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 35 | 38 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 31 | 23 |
| Fraud | 24 | 26 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 22 | 13 |
| Breach bail conditions | 22 | 16 |
| Steal from retail store | 22 | 12 |
| Other offences | 21 | 14 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 15 | 4 |
| Steal from dwelling | 14 | 14 |
| Trespass | 14 | 9 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 13 | 12 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 13 | 14 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 10 | 5 |
| Other theft | 9 | 15 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 7 | 7 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 7 | 8 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 10,749 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.