Crime Rates for South Wentworthville, NSW
⇌ Compare South Wentworthville with another suburbAs of the Sep 2026 data release, The South Wentworthville (2145) crime rate for the Year ending Jun 2026 was calculated from 329 reported incidents, equal to 4,759 incident per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of South Wentworthville, NSW in 2021 was 6,913. In the last 10 years, South Wentworthville, NSW's crime rate has seen an increase. Recent data shows that Assault and Robbery occur at a rate of 1 incident per 106.4 people. For property crimes such as Burglary and Theft, the rate is 1 incident per 53.2 people. Community safety concerns, including Stalking and Harassment, are reported at a rate of 1 incident per 288 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 South Wentworthville for 2026: Theft (109), Assault (48), Against justice procedures (36).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 350 | 259 | 385 | 342 | 327 | 318 | 398 | 305 | 449 | 343 | 329 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Against justice procedures | 23 | 13 | 28 | 20 | 16 | 25 | 46 | 25 | 34 | 21 | 36 |
| Arson | 6 | 1 | 6 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| Assault | 39 | 27 | 53 | 45 | 52 | 39 | 37 | 36 | 50 | 64 | 48 |
| Betting and gaming offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Coercive Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Disorderly conduct | 7 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 13 |
| Drug offences | 10 | 17 | 9 | 8 | 26 | 26 | 66 | 39 | 40 | 40 | 29 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 30 | 22 | 38 | 35 | 30 | 25 | 25 | 33 | 38 | 24 | 29 |
| Liquor offences | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 36 | 25 | 36 | 32 | 27 | 32 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 26 | 25 |
| Other offences | 3 | 6 | 6 | 9 | 8 | 5 | 47 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 5 |
| Other offences against the person | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 10 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 15 | 26 | 10 | 14 | 17 | 12 |
| Robbery | 4 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual offences | 10 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 9 | 3 | 17 | 13 | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Theft | 170 | 128 | 177 | 159 | 130 | 139 | 104 | 113 | 222 | 130 | 109 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
In 2026, South Wentworthville, NSW recorded 329 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 1581 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | incidents (2026) | incidents (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 13 | 4 | 225.00% (4) |
| Breach bail conditions | 16 | 8 | 100.00% (8) |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 5 | 5 | 0.00% (5) |
| Resist or hinder officer | 2 | 4 | -50.00% (4) |
| Arson | 10 | 2 | 400.00% (2) |
| Domestic violence related assault | 33 | 38 | -13.16% (38) |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 15 | 26 | -42.31% (26) |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Criminal intent | 3 | 2 | 50.00% (2) |
| Offensive conduct | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Offensive language | 4 | 0 | 400.00% (0) |
| Trespass | 5 | 5 | 0.00% (5) |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 2 | 0 | 200.00% (0) |
| Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Other drug offences | 4 | 2 | 100.00% (2) |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 4 | 5 | -20.00% (5) |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 12 | 15 | -20.00% (15) |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 4 | 3 | 33.33% (3) |
| Possession and/or use of ecstasy | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Possession and/or use of narcotics | 1 | 3 | -66.67% (3) |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 10 | -90.00% (10) |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 29 | 24 | 20.83% (24) |
| Malicious damage to property | 25 | 26 | -3.85% (26) |
| Other offences | 5 | 3 | 66.67% (3) |
| Other offences against the person | 0 | 2 | -100.00% (2) |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 12 | 17 | -29.41% (17) |
| Robbery with a firearm | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Robbery without a weapon | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Sexual assault | 7 | 3 | 133.33% (3) |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 2 | 0.00% (2) |
| Break and enter dwelling | 12 | 14 | -14.29% (14) |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 2 | 0.00% (2) |
| Fraud | 27 | 39 | -30.77% (39) |
| Motor vehicle theft | 5 | 12 | -58.33% (12) |
| Other theft | 10 | 10 | 0.00% (10) |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 6 | 6 | 0.00% (6) |
| Steal from dwelling | 10 | 15 | -33.33% (15) |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 24 | 20 | 20.00% (20) |
| Steal from person | 0 | 3 | -100.00% (3) |
| Steal from retail store | 13 | 9 | 44.44% (9) |
| Transport regulatory offences | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
Overview
No of incidents (Year ending Jun 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 South Wentworthville, NSW?
Based on community voting, safety perceptions in South Wentworthville, NSW are mixed, with a higher share reporting feeling unsafe. Results reflect personal perception and are not official crime statistics.
FAQ About Crime in South Wentworthville, NSW
How common is car theft in the South Wentworthville, NSW?
There were 12 motor vehicle theft incident(s) recorded between Year ending Jun 2026, averaging 1 incident every 30.4 day.
Is South Wentworthville, NSW safe in 2026
Based on official statistics, South Wentworthville, NSW may be considered less safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 4,759 incidents per 100,000 people for the Year ending Jun 2026 is higher than the overall crime rate in New South Wales.
What is the most common crime in South Wentworthville, NSW?
In 2026, the most common crime type in South Wentworthville, NSW was Theft with 109 reported incidents.
Has crime in the South Wentworthville, NSW increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates in South Wentworthville, NSW have increased by 3% compared to five years ago.
What is rate of criminal against person in South Wentworthville, NSW?
In Year ending Jun 2026, there were 88 incident against persons in South Wentworthville, NSW, including homicide, assault, sexual offences,robbery, and other crimes against the person.
What is the rate of property crime in South Wentworthville, NSW?
In Year ending Jun 2026, there were 144 property crime incident in South Wentworthville, NSW, including arson, theft, and malicious damage to property.
What is the number of drug offenses in South Wentworthville, NSW?
In Year ending Jun 2026, South Wentworthville, NSW recorded 29 drug incident, including cocaine, narcotics, cannabis, amphetamines, ecstasy and other drugs.
Community Snapshot – South Wentworthville (2021)
South Wentworthville is a quiet suburb with around 6913 people. The suburb has a good mix of households, with 54.6% being couple families with children and the average household size is 3 people. The median household weekly income is $1793, though the unemployment rate stands at 6.7%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 47% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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If you’re considering living near South Wentworthville , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
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- Merrylands - 3138 incidents (0.09664 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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