West Hoxton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
230 recorded in this period, compared with 277 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About West Hoxton
West Hoxton is a residential suburb located in the south-western region of Sydney, New South Wales, within the City of Liverpool. It is situated approximately 38 kilometres from the Sydney central business district and shares its postcode, 2171, with the adjacent suburbs of Hoxton Park and Hinchinbrook. Geographically, the area is characterized by low-density housing developments and pockets of remnant bushland. According to 2021 Census data, the suburb hosts a diverse demographic profile, reflecting the multicultural expansion typical of the greater Liverpool area.
The suburb primarily functions as a residential community, with local life centered around suburban amenities, including small retail hubs, neighborhood parks, and proximity to regional shopping centers in nearby Hoxton Park and Liverpool. Education is serviced by local primary and secondary institutions, while the transport infrastructure relies on arterial road networks such as Cowpasture Road, providing connectivity to the broader South West Sydney region.
Historically, West Hoxton was predominantly rural, consisting of semi-rural holdings and farmland for much of the 20th century. During the 1990s and early 2000s, the landscape underwent significant urban transformation as the area was rezoned for residential subdivision to accommodate Sydney’s outward population growth. Its development reflects the mid-to-late 20th-century transition of the Liverpool region from agricultural usage to a modern suburban residential corridor.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 38 | 34 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 27 | 36 |
| Fraud | 21 | 20 |
| Malicious damage to property | 18 | 30 |
| Sexual assault | 15 | 6 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 15 | 20 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 13 | 27 |
| Steal from retail store | 11 | 20 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 8 | 7 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 8 | 8 |
| Breach bail conditions | 7 | 4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 7 | 10 |
| Arson | 5 | 6 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 7 |
| Other theft | 4 | 2 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 4 | 2 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 2 | 6 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 10,152 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.