Villawood crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
954 recorded in this period, compared with 999 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Villawood
Villawood is a suburb in Western Sydney, situated approximately 26 kilometres southwest of the Sydney central business district. It is primarily administered by the City of Canterbury-Bankstown, with portions falling under the City of Fairfield. The locality is defined by a mix of residential, industrial, and commercial zones. Demographically, Villawood is characterized by a diverse, multicultural population, reflecting broader trends in the Greater Western Sydney region. Its geography is largely flat, with the major transport artery of Woodville Road serving as a primary link to surrounding suburbs.
The suburb offers a range of local amenities, including the Villawood Town Centre, which provides retail and service facilities. It is well-connected to the Sydney metropolitan area via the Villawood railway station on the Cumberland Line. Historically, the area was largely rural until the mid-20th century, when it underwent significant industrial and residential expansion following World War II. Notably, Villawood served as the site of a major migrant hostel from 1949 to 1994, which played a pivotal role in the initial settlement of many post-war immigrants in Australia. Following the closure of the hostel, the site was repurposed for the Villawood Immigration Detention Centre, which continues to operate within the suburb.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 116 | 50 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 72 | 76 |
| Fraud | 70 | 77 |
| Other drug offences | 62 | 37 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 60 | 84 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 51 | 14 |
| Malicious damage to property | 50 | 66 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 48 | 52 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 48 | 69 |
| Breach bail conditions | 40 | 32 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 37 | 32 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 32 | 37 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 31 | 34 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 29 | 43 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 25 | 34 |
| Steal from dwelling | 18 | 26 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 17 | 29 |
| Other theft | 16 | 24 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 7,051 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.