Crime Rates for Kemps Creek, NSW
⇌ Compare Kemps Creek with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Kemps Creek (2178) crime rate for the Year ending Mar 2026 was calculated from 229 reported incidents, equal to 10,797 incident per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Kemps Creek, NSW in 2021 was 2,121. In the last 10 years, Kemps Creek, NSW's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data shows that Assault and Robbery occur at a rate of 1 incident per 60.6 people. For property crimes such as Burglary and Theft, the rate is 1 incident per 18.4 people. Community safety concerns, including Stalking and Harassment, are reported at a rate of 1 incident per 70.7 people. When reviewing these figures, it’s also valuable to compare them with broader crime trends across the Greater Sydney region.
Most Common Crimes in Kemps Creek for 2026: Theft (107), Assault (30), Intimidation, stalking and harassment (23).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 216 | 210 | 145 | 191 | 136 | 124 | 130 | 128 | 176 | 249 | 229 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Against justice procedures | 19 | 10 | 14 | 20 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 11 | 4 | 9 | 15 |
| Arson | 8 | 15 | 15 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 11 | 11 |
| Assault | 36 | 31 | 18 | 30 | 14 | 7 | 19 | 20 | 36 | 34 | 30 |
| Betting and gaming offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Coercive Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Disorderly conduct | 5 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 3 |
| Drug offences | 9 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 4 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 10 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 8 | 12 | 10 | 13 | 30 | 23 |
| Liquor offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Malicious damage to property | 32 | 33 | 7 | 22 | 10 | 13 | 9 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 23 |
| Other offences | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences against the person | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 6 | 18 | 9 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 9 | 9 | 5 |
| Robbery | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual offences | 6 | 7 | 5 | 7 | 6 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 8 | 4 |
| Theft | 80 | 66 | 51 | 66 | 61 | 58 | 46 | 53 | 87 | 115 | 107 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
In 2026, Kemps Creek, NSW recorded 229 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime has increased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'Theft' with 790 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | incidents (2026) | incidents (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 10 | 4 | 150.00% (4) |
| Breach bail conditions | 4 | 3 | 33.33% (3) |
| Escape custody | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Resist or hinder officer | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Arson | 11 | 11 | 0.00% (11) |
| Domestic violence related assault | 21 | 12 | 75.00% (12) |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 9 | 22 | -59.09% (22) |
| Criminal intent | 0 | 2 | -100.00% (2) |
| Offensive conduct | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Trespass | 2 | 5 | -60.00% (5) |
| Cultivating cannabis | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Other drug offences | 0 | 5 | -100.00% (5) |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 0 | 200.00% (0) |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 1 | 2 | -50.00% (2) |
| Possession and/or use of ecstasy | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Murder * | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 23 | 30 | -23.33% (30) |
| Liquor offences | 3 | 0 | 300.00% (0) |
| Malicious damage to property | 23 | 10 | 130.00% (10) |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Pornography offences | 0 | 2 | -100.00% (2) |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 5 | 9 | -44.44% (9) |
| Robbery without a weapon | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 3 | -66.67% (3) |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 3 | 5 | -40.00% (5) |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 6 | -66.67% (6) |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 6 | 11 | -45.45% (11) |
| Fraud | 25 | 36 | -30.56% (36) |
| Motor vehicle theft | 29 | 23 | 26.09% (23) |
| Other theft | 18 | 24 | -25.00% (24) |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 2 | 1 | 100.00% (1) |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 2 | 50.00% (2) |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 19 | 9 | 111.11% (9) |
| Steal from person | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Steal from retail store | 1 | 2 | -50.00% (2) |
| Stock theft | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Transport regulatory offences | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
Overview
No of incidents (Year ending Mar 2026), people in 2021Crime rates are shown as incidents per 100,000 people. These figures are based on the latest reported incidents and population data from the last census (2021). Rates may appear higher or lower than current reality depending on population changes, so it is difficult to declare any suburb completely safe or unsafe.
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FAQ About Crime in Kemps Creek, NSW
How common is car theft in the Kemps Creek, NSW?
There were 23 motor vehicle theft incident(s) recorded between Year ending Mar 2026, averaging 1 incident every 15.9 day.
Is Kemps Creek, NSW safe in 2026
Based on official statistics, Kemps Creek, NSW may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 10,797 incidents per 100,000 people for the Year ending Mar 2026 is higher than the overall crime rate in New South Wales.
What is the most common crime in Kemps Creek, NSW?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Kemps Creek, NSW was Theft with 107 reported incidents.
Has crime in the Kemps Creek, NSW increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Kemps Creek, NSW have increased by 85% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Kemps Creek, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, there were 57 incident against persons in Kemps Creek, NSW, including homicide, assault, sexual offences,robbery, and other crimes against the person.
What is the rate of property crime in Kemps Creek, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, there were 141 property crime incident in Kemps Creek, NSW, including arson, theft, and malicious damage to property.
What is the number of drug offenses in Kemps Creek, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, Kemps Creek, NSW recorded 4 drug incident, including cocaine, narcotics, cannabis, amphetamines, ecstasy and other drugs.
Community Snapshot – Kemps Creek (2021)
Kemps Creek is a quiet suburb with around 2121 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 48.5% being couple families with children and the average household size is 3.2 people. The median household weekly income is $1753, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.7%. While 62.9% of people were born in Australia, the area still reflects a multicultural spirit through its people, food, and events
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Other Safe Suburbs Near Kemps Creek
If you’re considering living near Kemps Creek , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Elizabeth Hills - 49 incidents (0.01527 per 100,000 people)
- Cecil Hills - 145 incidents (0.02100 per 100,000 people)
- Mount Vernon - 31 incidents (0.02510 per 100,000 people)
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- Cecil Park - 29 incidents (0.03558 per 100,000 people)
- Horsley Park - 115 incidents (0.06425 per 100,000 people)
- Austral - 647 incidents (0.09449 per 100,000 people)
- Badgerys Creek - 20 incidents (0.11905 per 100,000 people)
*Unincorporated/Out Of Council - Areas that are not governed by a local government authority
Source: Crime Statistics Agency (CSA), NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research, Australian Bureau of Statistics
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