Telopea crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
408 recorded in this period, compared with 323 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Telopea
Telopea is a residential suburb located 22 kilometres northwest of the Sydney central business district, falling within the City of Parramatta local government area. Situated in the 2117 postcode, the suburb is characterised by its elevated topography and proximity to the Parramatta River catchment. It is a diverse, multicultural community consisting of a mix of low-density housing and medium-density residential developments, reflecting urban renewal efforts in the region.
The suburb was formerly served by the Carlingford railway line; however, the line was closed in 2020 and the corridor is being transitioned for future light rail infrastructure. Local amenities include the Sturt Park recreation area, small-scale retail strips, and proximity to educational institutions in neighbouring Dundas and Carlingford. Historically, the area was largely rural until the mid-20th century, when it underwent significant suburbanisation following the expansion of Sydney’s rail infrastructure. The suburb derives its name from Telopea, the botanical genus for the waratah, reflecting the native flora historically prevalent in the local landscape.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from retail store | 37 | 60 |
| Malicious damage to property | 34 | 26 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 32 | 26 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 32 | 28 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 27 | 19 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 27 | 12 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 26 | 29 |
| Steal from dwelling | 23 | 14 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 22 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 20 | 13 |
| Breach bail conditions | 18 | 10 |
| Fraud | 11 | 22 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 11 | 9 |
| Sexual assault | 11 | 7 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 11 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 8 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 7 | 9 |
| Other theft | 6 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,356 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.