Crime Rates for Rossmore, NSW
⇌ Compare Rossmore with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The Rossmore (2557) crime rate for the Year ending Mar 2026 was calculated from 160 reported incidents, equal to 7,140 incident per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of Rossmore, NSW in 2021 was 2,241. In the last 10 years, Rossmore, NSW's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data shows that Assault and Robbery occur at a rate of 1 incident per 67.9 people. For property crimes such as Burglary and Theft, the rate is 1 incident per 86.2 people. Community safety concerns, including Stalking and Harassment, are reported at a rate of 1 incident per 140.1 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 Rossmore for 2026: Theft (39), Assault (38), Intimidation, stalking and harassment (20).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 91 | 124 | 128 | 107 | 144 | 105 | 119 | 129 | 108 | 121 | 160 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Against justice procedures | 9 | 8 | 12 | 1 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 10 | 6 | 8 |
| Arson | 9 | 13 | 11 | 5 | 12 | 9 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 12 |
| Assault | 10 | 18 | 21 | 15 | 22 | 21 | 24 | 22 | 38 | 33 | 38 |
| 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 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Coercive Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Disorderly conduct | 2 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 |
| Drug offences | 1 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 7 | 9 | 10 | 3 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 18 | 9 | 16 | 20 |
| Liquor offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 16 | 16 | 13 | 11 | 13 | 10 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 12 | 20 |
| Other offences | 3 | 5 | 11 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| Other offences against the person | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 0 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| Robbery | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Sexual offences | 0 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 8 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 14 |
| Theft | 32 | 35 | 30 | 51 | 40 | 33 | 29 | 29 | 26 | 26 | 39 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
In 2026, Rossmore, NSW recorded 160 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 370 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | incidents (2026) | incidents (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 4 | 5 | -20.00% (5) |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 1 | 200.00% (1) |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Arson | 12 | 7 | 71.43% (7) |
| Assault Police | 3 | 0 | 300.00% (0) |
| Domestic violence related assault | 16 | 21 | -23.81% (21) |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 19 | 12 | 58.33% (12) |
| Criminal intent | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Trespass | 1 | 5 | -80.00% (5) |
| Cultivating cannabis | 0 | 2 | -100.00% (2) |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 0 | 200.00% (0) |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 20 | 16 | 25.00% (16) |
| Malicious damage to property | 20 | 12 | 66.67% (12) |
| Other offences | 0 | 3 | -100.00% (3) |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 5 | 3 | 66.67% (3) |
| Robbery with a weapon not a firearm | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Sexual assault | 4 | 2 | 100.00% (2) |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 10 | 4 | 150.00% (4) |
| Break and enter dwelling | 10 | 3 | 233.33% (3) |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 1 | 100.00% (1) |
| Fraud | 6 | 7 | -14.29% (7) |
| Motor vehicle theft | 8 | 6 | 33.33% (6) |
| Other theft | 2 | 2 | 0.00% (2) |
| Steal from dwelling | 6 | 3 | 100.00% (3) |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 5 | 3 | 66.67% (3) |
| Stock theft | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| 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). As population numbers may have changed since 2021, the calculated rates may not accurately reflect current population levels or the current situation in each area (suburb, LGA, and state). Therefore, the rates should be used as an indicator rather than a definitive measure of whether a suburb is safe or unsafe.
How safe do you feel in Rossmore, NSW?
Based on community voting, most respondents feel mostly safe living in Rossmore, NSW. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in Rossmore, NSW
How common is car theft in the Rossmore, NSW?
There were 6 motor vehicle theft incident(s) recorded between Year ending Mar 2026, averaging 1 incident every 60.8 day.
Is Rossmore, NSW safe in 2026
Yes, Rossmore, NSW is considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 7,140 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 Rossmore, NSW?
In 2026, the most common crime type in Rossmore, NSW was Theft with 39 reported incidents.
Has crime in the Rossmore, NSW increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in Rossmore, NSW have increased by 52% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in Rossmore, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, there were 73 incident against persons in Rossmore, NSW, including homicide, assault, sexual offences,robbery, and other crimes against the person.
What is the rate of property crime in Rossmore, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, there were 71 property crime incident in Rossmore, NSW, including arson, theft, and malicious damage to property.
What is the number of drug offenses in Rossmore, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, Rossmore, NSW recorded 2 drug incident, including cocaine, narcotics, cannabis, amphetamines, ecstasy and other drugs.
Community Snapshot – Rossmore (2021)
Rossmore is a quiet suburb with around 2241 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 49.9% being couple families with children and the average household size is 3.4 people. The median household weekly income is $1827, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.3%. While 65.7% 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 Rossmore
If you’re considering living near Rossmore , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
- West Hoxton - 204 incidents (0.02009 per 100,000 people)
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- Catherine Field - 112 incidents (0.04293 per 100,000 people)
- Bringelly - 139 incidents (0.05713 per 100,000 people)
- Leppington - 652 incidents (0.06919 per 100,000 people)
- Austral - 647 incidents (0.09449 per 100,000 people)
- Kemps Creek - 229 incidents (0.10797 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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