Werrington crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
603 recorded in this period, compared with 675 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Werrington
Werrington is a residential suburb located in the Greater Western Sydney region of New South Wales, within the City of Penrith local government area. Positioned approximately 50 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district, it is served by the Werrington railway station on the T1 Western Line. The locality is characterized by a mix of established residential housing, parklands, and educational infrastructure, notably hosting a campus of Western Sydney University. Demographically, the area comprises a diverse population, with residents benefiting from proximity to the larger commercial and retail hubs of Penrith and St Marys.
Historically, the area was part of the original land grants provided during the early 19th century, with the name "Werrington" attributed to the estate established by Captain Henry Fulton. The region remained largely rural throughout the 1800s, primarily utilized for farming and pastoral activities. Suburban development accelerated in the latter half of the 20th century as Sydney’s western expansion intensified. Today, the suburb retains elements of its past through local landmarks and street names, while functioning as a functional commuter suburb integrated into the broader metropolitan transit network.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 79 | 82 |
| Fraud | 64 | 52 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 47 | 60 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 44 | 24 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 43 | 65 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 42 | 30 |
| Breach bail conditions | 39 | 23 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 33 | 38 |
| Other theft | 18 | 35 |
| Steal from dwelling | 16 | 24 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 15 | 84 |
| Sexual assault | 14 | 16 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 13 | 13 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 13 | 6 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 12 | 10 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 10 | 18 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 10 | 5 |
| Other offences | 9 | 17 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,328 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.