Wahroonga crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
277 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 Wahroonga
Wahroonga is an affluent, leafy suburb located on the Upper North Shore of Sydney, New South Wales, situated approximately 20 kilometres northwest of the Sydney central business district. Part of the Ku-ring-gai Council local government area, it is characterized by its hilly topography, dense tree canopy, and substantial residential properties. The suburb is a diverse residential hub, home to families and professionals, and maintains a distinct demographic profile marked by high levels of education and socioeconomic stability.
The suburb is serviced by the North Shore railway line, with the Wahroonga village centre providing a mix of boutique retail, cafés, and essential services near the station. It is renowned for its significant heritage, featuring a high concentration of Federation-style architecture and heritage-listed homes, most notably the landmark structures within the Chilton Parade and Ku-ring-gai Avenue precincts. The area also hosts several prestigious independent schools and contains expansive green spaces, including the formal gardens of the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park’s southern boundaries and local environmental landmarks like Wahroonga Park.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 33 | 40 |
| Malicious damage to property | 33 | 26 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 31 | 16 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 22 | 22 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 21 | 25 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 19 | 23 |
| Trespass | 12 | 11 |
| Steal from dwelling | 11 | 6 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 10 | 26 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 10 | 19 |
| Breach bail conditions | 9 | 5 |
| Other theft | 8 | 6 |
| Sexual assault | 8 | 7 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 6 | 7 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 6 | 10 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 5 | 3 |
| Other drug offences | 4 | 1 |
| Other offences | 4 | 4 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 17,853 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.