Crime Rates for Lakemba, NSW
⇌ Compare Lakemba with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Lakemba (2195) crime rate for the Year ending Mar 2026 was calculated from 698 reported incidents, equal to 4,084 incident per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Lakemba, NSW in 2021 was 17,092. In the last 10 years, Lakemba, NSW's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data shows that Assault and Robbery occur at a rate of 1 incident per 91.9 people. For property crimes such as Burglary and Theft, the rate is 1 incident per 70 people. Community safety concerns, including Stalking and Harassment, are reported at a rate of 1 incident per 187.8 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 Lakemba for 2026: Theft (210), Assault (158), Intimidation, stalking and harassment (72).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1377 | 1039 | 942 | 880 | 798 | 875 | 827 | 882 | 823 | 788 | 698 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Against justice procedures | 58 | 33 | 20 | 42 | 57 | 69 | 58 | 93 | 64 | 71 | 62 |
| Arson | 3 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| Assault | 132 | 111 | 120 | 115 | 136 | 176 | 142 | 182 | 169 | 175 | 158 |
| Betting and gaming offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| Coercive Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Disorderly conduct | 12 | 12 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 12 | 11 | 8 | 17 | 15 | 18 |
| Drug offences | 36 | 52 | 48 | 49 | 46 | 34 | 35 | 33 | 17 | 20 | 39 |
| Homicide | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 57 | 56 | 50 | 48 | 42 | 70 | 75 | 99 | 88 | 91 | 72 |
| Liquor offences | 2 | 0 | 15 | 28 | 4 | 33 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 98 | 89 | 94 | 86 | 82 | 82 | 68 | 108 | 75 | 88 | 63 |
| Other offences | 15 | 15 | 22 | 13 | 13 | 34 | 126 | 14 | 1 | 11 | 8 |
| Other offences against the person | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 6 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 13 | 15 | 11 | 12 | 4 | 11 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 20 | 16 |
| Robbery | 17 | 12 | 10 | 11 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 11 | 11 | 2 |
| Sexual offences | 11 | 14 | 13 | 16 | 20 | 19 | 22 | 24 | 27 | 22 | 31 |
| Theft | 459 | 309 | 279 | 259 | 265 | 259 | 214 | 243 | 281 | 244 | 210 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 458 | 317 | 241 | 190 | 110 | 57 | 46 | 56 | 56 | 8 | 2 |
In 2026, Lakemba, NSW recorded 698 total crime incidents. Over the period from 2016 to 2026, overall crime has decreased. Cumulatively over this period, the most common crime type was 'Theft' with 3022 reported cases.
- Overview
- Latest Crime Rates
- FAQ
- AI Analysis
- Crime Statistics
- What Others Say About Safety
- New South Wales Overview
- Latest Crime
- Source
*Disclaimer: Information on this website is general and may not be accurate. Please verify independently. Read full disclaimer.
Latest Crime Rates
| Type | incidents (2026) | incidents (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abduction and kidnapping | 2 | 0 | 200.00% (0) |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 30 | 34 | -11.76% (34) |
| Breach bail conditions | 24 | 27 | -11.11% (27) |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 4 | 2 | 100.00% (2) |
| Resist or hinder officer | 4 | 8 | -50.00% (8) |
| Arson | 3 | 4 | -25.00% (4) |
| Assault Police | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Domestic violence related assault | 74 | 106 | -30.19% (106) |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 83 | 68 | 22.06% (68) |
| Blackmail and extortion | 5 | 3 | 66.67% (3) |
| Criminal intent | 5 | 1 | 400.00% (1) |
| Offensive conduct | 2 | 3 | -33.33% (3) |
| Offensive language | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Trespass | 10 | 11 | -9.09% (11) |
| Cultivating cannabis | 3 | 0 | 300.00% (0) |
| Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Other drug offences | 4 | 1 | 300.00% (1) |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 10 | 3 | 233.33% (3) |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 13 | 11 | 18.18% (11) |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 3 | 1 | 200.00% (1) |
| Possession and/or use of ecstasy | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Possession and/or use of narcotics | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 5 | 1 | 400.00% (1) |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 72 | 91 | -20.88% (91) |
| Liquor offences | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Malicious damage to property | 63 | 88 | -28.41% (88) |
| Other offences | 8 | 11 | -27.27% (11) |
| Other offences against the person | 6 | 3 | 100.00% (3) |
| Pornography offences | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 16 | 20 | -20.00% (20) |
| Robbery with a weapon not a firearm | 0 | 6 | -100.00% (6) |
| Robbery without a weapon | 2 | 5 | -60.00% (5) |
| Sexual assault | 14 | 13 | 7.69% (13) |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 17 | 9 | 88.89% (9) |
| Break and enter dwelling | 14 | 19 | -26.32% (19) |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 5 | 7 | -28.57% (7) |
| Fraud | 58 | 95 | -38.95% (95) |
| Motor vehicle theft | 28 | 21 | 33.33% (21) |
| Other theft | 20 | 15 | 33.33% (15) |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 7 | 4 | 75.00% (4) |
| Steal from dwelling | 16 | 20 | -20.00% (20) |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 47 | 46 | 2.17% (46) |
| Steal from person | 3 | 7 | -57.14% (7) |
| Steal from retail store | 12 | 10 | 20.00% (10) |
| Transport regulatory offences | 2 | 8 | -75.00% (8) |
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.
How safe do you feel in Lakemba, NSW?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel very safe living in Lakemba, NSW. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Lakemba, NSW
How common is car theft in the Lakemba, NSW?
There were 21 motor vehicle theft incident(s) recorded between Year ending Mar 2026, averaging 1 incident every 17.4 day.
Is Lakemba, NSW safe in 2026
Yes, Lakemba, NSW is considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 4,084 incidents per 100,000 people for the Year ending Mar 2026 is lower than the overall crime rate in New South Wales.
What is the most common crime in Lakemba, NSW?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Lakemba, NSW was Theft with 210 reported incidents.
Has crime in the Lakemba, NSW increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 20% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Lakemba, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, there were 276 incident against persons in Lakemba, NSW, including homicide, assault, sexual offences,robbery, and other crimes against the person.
What is the rate of property crime in Lakemba, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, there were 276 property crime incident in Lakemba, NSW, including arson, theft, and malicious damage to property.
What is the number of drug offenses in Lakemba, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, Lakemba, NSW recorded 39 drug incident, including cocaine, narcotics, cannabis, amphetamines, ecstasy and other drugs.
Community Snapshot – Lakemba (2021)
Lakemba is a vibrant suburb with 17092 people. The area is highly family-oriented, with 60.7% of households being couple families with children and an average household size of 3.1 people. The median household weekly income is $1227, though the unemployment rate stands at 13.9%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 32% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
Population Overview
- Total People (2021)
- Total People (2025 estimate)
- Couple Families with Children
- Average Household Size
Income & Employment
- Median Household Weekly Income
- Unemployment Rate
Cultural Diversity
- Born Australia
Crime Statistics
Other Safe Suburbs Near Lakemba
If you’re considering living near Lakemba , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- Belfield - 189 incidents (0.02883 per 100,000 people)
- Mount Lewis - 37 incidents (0.02998 per 100,000 people)
- Roselands - 507 incidents (0.04103 per 100,000 people)
- Belmore - 581 incidents (0.04216 per 100,000 people)
- Wiley Park - 450 incidents (0.04493 per 100,000 people)
- Punchbowl (Canterbury-Bankstown) - 1165 incidents (0.05448 per 100,000 people)
- Greenacre - 1502 incidents (0.05708 per 100,000 people)
- Campsie - 1537 incidents (0.05882 per 100,000 people)
- Strathfield South - 280 incidents (0.07701 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
Voices from Lakemba
Read what locals and visitors say about feeling safe or not in the area.
How Do You Feel About the Safety of Lakemba in 2026?
Tell us your story or share your experience about safety in Lakemba. Please keep your comments respectful and do not include personal information.
Please follow these guidelines when submitting your story:
* Due to some users using real names or identifying nicknames, we have updated our privacy settings to maximize protection for everyone. Any nickname provided by a user when submitting a comment will automatically be shown using only the first two letters, for example: A.C. The original nickname provided by the user will not be publicly displayed.