Westmead crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1,084 recorded in this period, compared with 1,145 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Westmead
Westmead is a major suburb located 26 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district, falling primarily within the City of Parramatta local government area (postcode 2145). The suburb is defined by its high density and institutional character, serving as a critical healthcare and education hub for Western Sydney. Demographically, Westmead features a diverse population, with a significant proportion of residents consisting of medical professionals, students, and families drawn to the area’s proximity to major employment centers.
The locality is home to the Westmead Health and Innovation District, which includes Westmead Hospital, The Children’s Hospital at Westmead, and the Westmead Institute for Medical Research, making it one of the largest healthcare complexes in Australia. These facilities are supported by extensive public transport infrastructure, including a dedicated railway station on the T1 Western Line and the Westmead light rail terminus. Beyond its medical focus, the area offers various recreational spaces, such as Parramatta Park, which borders the suburb to the east, and several local reserves and community facilities.
Historically, the area was initially explored and settled by Europeans shortly after the arrival of the First Fleet, with the name "Westmead" reflecting its position as the western meadow of the Parramatta settlement. Throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, the land was primarily used for agriculture and orchards. The mid-20th century marked a transition toward institutional development, anchored by the establishment of major medical facilities in the 1970s. While modern high-density residential and commercial developments now dominate the skyline, pockets of heritage remain, marking the suburb's evolution from colonial farmland to a strategic urban medical precinct.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 94 | 81 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 81 | 94 |
| Steal from dwelling | 81 | 53 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 77 | 66 |
| Malicious damage to property | 74 | 68 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 73 | 71 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 59 | 91 |
| Other theft | 58 | 42 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 51 | 58 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 44 | 82 |
| Fraud | 41 | 72 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 33 | 23 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 31 | 28 |
| Breach bail conditions | 30 | 30 |
| Other drug offences | 30 | 30 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 22 | 29 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 22 | 24 |
| Steal from retail store | 19 | 6 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 16,555 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.