Werrington Downs crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
68 recorded in this period, compared with 63 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Werrington Downs
Werrington Downs is a residential suburb located in the Greater Western Sydney region, falling within the City of Penrith local government area and the 2747 postcode. Geographically, it is situated between the established suburbs of Werrington and Cranebrook. The area is characterized primarily by low-density, detached suburban housing. Demographically, the suburb is home to a diverse population of families and professionals, many of whom commute to the nearby Penrith city centre or towards the Sydney CBD for employment.
The suburb is primarily residential, offering a quiet environment supported by local parks and green spaces. Residents rely on the nearby commercial infrastructure of Werrington and the broader Penrith district for major retail, educational, and medical services. Transportation connectivity is facilitated by proximity to the Great Western Highway and the Western Line of the Sydney Trains network, which provides access to the wider metropolitan area.
Historically, the area was part of the broader development of the Cumberland Plain, evolving from rural and pastoral land use into a residential suburb during the late 20th century as Western Sydney expanded. While it does not contain major heritage-listed landmarks, the suburb reflects the mid-to-late 1900s urban planning trends characteristic of Penrith’s residential growth. Its development was largely driven by the demand for housing to support the increasing population of the Greater Western Sydney region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 17 | 6 |
| Malicious damage to property | 13 | 4 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 12 | 16 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 7 | 8 |
| Sexual assault | 6 | 2 |
| Fraud | 5 | 5 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 4 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,221 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.