Turramurra crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
354 recorded in this period, compared with 314 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Turramurra
Turramurra is a leafy, affluent suburb located on the Upper North Shore of Sydney, New South Wales, within the Ku-ring-gai Council area (postcode 2074). Geographically, it is situated on a ridge characterized by undulating terrain and extensive native bushland, serving as a gateway to the Garigal National Park to the east. Demographically, the suburb is primarily residential, home to a stable population of families and professionals who value its high levels of educational attainment and its proximity to major transit corridors.
The locality is centered around the Pacific Highway and a railway station on the T1 North Shore Line, which facilitates efficient access to the Sydney CBD. Local life is defined by a mix of heritage-listed architecture and modern housing, supported by village-style shopping precincts and several prominent primary and secondary schools. Historically, the area was once covered by dense eucalypt forests; its name is derived from an Indigenous word commonly translated as "big hill." Following the arrival of the railway in the 1890s, the suburb evolved from a timber-getting and orchard district into a desirable residential destination, retaining many early 20th-century residences and expansive garden estates that contribute to its suburban character.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 119 | 101 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 30 | 35 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 26 | 15 |
| Steal from retail store | 19 | 13 |
| Malicious damage to property | 18 | 20 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 17 | 11 |
| Steal from dwelling | 16 | 8 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 14 | 19 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 12 | 20 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 11 | 19 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 9 | 6 |
| Breach bail conditions | 8 | 3 |
| Other theft | 7 | 9 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 6 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 6 | 6 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 5 | 3 |
| Trespass | 5 | 3 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 4 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 12,850 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.