Woodcroft crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
208 recorded in this period, compared with 144 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Woodcroft
Woodcroft is a residential suburb located in the Greater Western Sydney region, approximately 38 kilometres west of the Sydney central business district. Situated within the City of Blacktown local government area and sharing the 2767 postcode with neighboring Marayong, the suburb is characterized by its relatively modern, master-planned housing estates. The demographic profile is notably diverse, featuring a high proportion of families who are attracted to the area’s suburban density and proximity to major transport corridors, including the Westlink M7 motorway.
The suburb is primarily residential, supported by local amenities such as the Woodcroft Village shopping centre and several neighbourhood parks, including the Woodcroft Lake precinct, which serves as a central recreational focal point. Education and community needs are met through local schools and accessible transit links to the nearby Blacktown railway station and regional hubs. Prior to its residential development, the area was largely rural land used for agricultural purposes. It transitioned into a residential suburb from the late 20th century, with significant housing development occurring in the 1990s and early 2000s.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 29 | 12 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 26 | 20 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 19 | 13 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 17 | 14 |
| Fraud | 15 | 12 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 15 | 6 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 7 | 6 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 7 | 8 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 6 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 6 | 3 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 6 | 5 |
| Steal from dwelling | 6 | 10 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 5 | 1 |
| Other offences | 4 | 5 |
| Other theft | 4 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 4 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 4 | 1 |
| Assault Police | 3 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 6,597 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.