Crime Rates for Loftus, NSW
⇌ Compare Loftus with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Loftus (2232) crime rate for the Year ending Mar 2026 was calculated from 89 reported incidents, equal to 2,124 incident per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Loftus, NSW in 2021 was 4,190. In the last 10 years, Loftus, NSW's crime rate has seen a decrease. Recent data shows that Assault and Robbery occur at a rate of 1 incident per 220.5 people. For property crimes such as Burglary and Theft, the rate is 1 incident per 220.5 people. Community safety concerns, including Stalking and Harassment, are reported at a rate of 1 incident per 322.3 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 Loftus for 2026: Theft (18), Transport regulatory offences (14), Assault (13).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 113 | 123 | 98 | 90 | 122 | 121 | 94 | 85 | 91 | 88 | 89 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Against justice procedures | 7 | 11 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 32 | 8 | 22 | 8 | 4 | 12 |
| Arson | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assault | 5 | 5 | 9 | 8 | 13 | 9 | 13 | 9 | 17 | 18 | 13 |
| Betting and gaming offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Coercive Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Disorderly conduct | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Drug offences | 4 | 4 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 11 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 9 | 11 | 4 | 3 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 16 | 13 | 9 |
| Liquor offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 22 | 13 | 25 | 11 | 7 | 11 | 14 | 8 | 11 | 8 | 11 |
| Other offences | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| Other offences against the person | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Robbery | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual offences | 3 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Theft | 31 | 30 | 25 | 33 | 33 | 24 | 22 | 18 | 21 | 19 | 18 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 29 | 36 | 15 | 21 | 27 | 14 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 14 |
In 2026, Loftus, NSW recorded 89 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 274 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | incidents (2026) | incidents (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 1 | 200.00% (1) |
| Breach bail conditions | 7 | 1 | 600.00% (1) |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 2 | -50.00% (2) |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Domestic violence related assault | 8 | 11 | -27.27% (11) |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 5 | 7 | -28.57% (7) |
| Blackmail and extortion | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Trespass | 0 | 2 | -100.00% (2) |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 0 | 300.00% (0) |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 9 | 13 | -30.77% (13) |
| Malicious damage to property | 11 | 8 | 37.50% (8) |
| Other offences | 0 | 3 | -100.00% (3) |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 3 | -33.33% (3) |
| Robbery with a weapon not a firearm | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Robbery without a weapon | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Sexual assault | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 4 | 3 | 33.33% (3) |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Fraud | 6 | 10 | -40.00% (10) |
| Motor vehicle theft | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Other theft | 2 | 3 | -33.33% (3) |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 1 | 100.00% (1) |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 4 | -50.00% (4) |
| Steal from retail store | 4 | 0 | 400.00% (0) |
| Transport regulatory offences | 14 | 12 | 16.67% (12) |
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 Loftus, NSW
How common is car theft in the Loftus, NSW?
There were 1 motor vehicle theft incident(s) recorded between Year ending Mar 2026, averaging 1 incident every 365 day.
Is Loftus, NSW safe in 2026
Yes, Loftus, NSW is considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 2,124 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 Loftus, NSW?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Loftus, NSW was Theft with 18 reported incidents.
Has crime in the Loftus, NSW increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 26% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in Loftus, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, there were 27 incident against persons in Loftus, NSW, including homicide, assault, sexual offences,robbery, and other crimes against the person.
What is the rate of property crime in Loftus, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, there were 29 property crime incident in Loftus, NSW, including arson, theft, and malicious damage to property.
What is the number of drug offenses in Loftus, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, Loftus, NSW recorded 4 drug incident, including cocaine, narcotics, cannabis, amphetamines, ecstasy and other drugs.
Community Snapshot – Loftus (2021)
Loftus is a quiet suburb with around 4190 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 54.8% being couple families with children and the average household size is 2.9 people. The median household weekly income is $2425, though the unemployment rate stands at 2.7%. The area has a strong local identity, with over 86% of people born in Australia.
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If you’re considering living near Loftus , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
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*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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