Crime Rates for The Ponds, NSW
⇌ Compare The Ponds with another suburbAs of the Jun 2026 data release, The The Ponds (2769) crime rate for the Year ending Mar 2026 was calculated from 268 reported incidents, equal to 1,643 incident per 100,000 people. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the population of The Ponds, NSW in 2021 was 16,315. In the last 10 years, The Ponds, NSW's crime rate has remained relatively stable. Recent data shows that Assault and Robbery occur at a rate of 1 incident per 354.7 people. For property crimes such as Burglary and Theft, the rate is 1 incident per 160 people. Community safety concerns, including Stalking and Harassment, are reported at a rate of 1 incident per 627.5 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 The Ponds for 2026: Theft (93), Assault (58), Intimidation, stalking and harassment (47).
| Type/Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 249 | 236 | 301 | 271 | 398 | 322 | 335 | 299 | 303 | 233 | 268 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Against justice procedures | 16 | 15 | 16 | 5 | 12 | 18 | 25 | 19 | 13 | 8 | 11 |
| Arson | 6 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 0 | 0 |
| Assault | 32 | 31 | 55 | 40 | 58 | 37 | 31 | 44 | 44 | 44 | 58 |
| 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 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Coercive Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Disorderly conduct | 1 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 4 | 7 |
| Drug offences | 10 | 11 | 10 | 4 | 15 | 14 | 5 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 7 |
| Homicide | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 14 | 12 | 25 | 26 | 33 | 27 | 31 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 47 |
| Liquor offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 29 | 25 | 35 | 33 | 27 | 36 | 30 | 17 | 30 | 21 | 24 |
| Other offences | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 48 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Other offences against the person | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Robbery | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Sexual offences | 5 | 9 | 4 | 7 | 5 | 18 | 18 | 8 | 6 | 11 | 10 |
| Theft | 124 | 121 | 137 | 139 | 217 | 157 | 133 | 167 | 145 | 102 | 93 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In 2026, The Ponds, NSW recorded 268 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 1535 reported cases.
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Latest Crime Rates
| Type | incidents (2026) | incidents (2025) | Changes(%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 5 | 6 | -16.67% (6) |
| Breach bail conditions | 5 | 0 | 500.00% (0) |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Resist or hinder officer | 0 | 2 | -100.00% (2) |
| Assault Police | 2 | 1 | 100.00% (1) |
| Domestic violence related assault | 44 | 27 | 62.96% (27) |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 12 | 16 | -25.00% (16) |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Criminal intent | 2 | 0 | 200.00% (0) |
| Trespass | 5 | 4 | 25.00% (4) |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 1 | 0.00% (1) |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 3 | 0.00% (3) |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Possession and/or use of ecstasy | 0 | 1 | -100.00% (1) |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 47 | 26 | 80.77% (26) |
| Malicious damage to property | 24 | 21 | 14.29% (21) |
| Other offences | 5 | 1 | 400.00% (1) |
| Other offences against the person | 0 | 3 | -100.00% (3) |
| Pornography offences | 2 | 1 | 100.00% (1) |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 4 | -50.00% (4) |
| Robbery with a weapon not a firearm | 1 | 0 | 100.00% (0) |
| Robbery without a weapon | 0 | 2 | -100.00% (2) |
| Sexual assault | 5 | 7 | -28.57% (7) |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 5 | 4 | 25.00% (4) |
| Break and enter dwelling | 10 | 14 | -28.57% (14) |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 6 | 2 | 200.00% (2) |
| Fraud | 17 | 28 | -39.29% (28) |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6 | 12 | -50.00% (12) |
| Other theft | 1 | 2 | -50.00% (2) |
| Steal from dwelling | 4 | 9 | -55.56% (9) |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 22 | 23 | -4.35% (23) |
| Steal from retail store | 27 | 12 | 125.00% (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.
How safe do you feel in The Ponds, NSW?
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FAQ About Crime in The Ponds, NSW
How common is car theft in the The Ponds, NSW?
There were 12 motor vehicle theft incident(s) recorded between Year ending Mar 2026, averaging 1 incident every 30.4 day.
Is The Ponds, NSW safe in 2026
Yes, The Ponds, NSW is considered more safe compared to the overall state average, as its crime rate of 1,643 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 The Ponds, NSW?
In 2026, the most common crime type in The Ponds, NSW was Theft with 93 reported incidents.
Has crime in the The Ponds, NSW increased or decreased in the past 5 years?
Crime rates have decreased by 17% over the past five years.
What is rate of criminal against person in The Ponds, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, there were 117 incident against persons in The Ponds, NSW, including homicide, assault, sexual offences,robbery, and other crimes against the person.
What is the rate of property crime in The Ponds, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, there were 117 property crime incident in The Ponds, NSW, including arson, theft, and malicious damage to property.
What is the number of drug offenses in The Ponds, NSW?
In Year ending Mar 2026, The Ponds, NSW recorded 7 drug incident, including cocaine, narcotics, cannabis, amphetamines, ecstasy and other drugs.
Community Snapshot – The Ponds (2021)
The Ponds is a vibrant suburb with 16315 people. The area is highly family-oriented, with 72.7% of households being couple families with children and an average household size of 3.5 people. The median household weekly income is $3285, though the unemployment rate stands at 4.2%. Reflecting its rich cultural diversity, only 45.2% of people were born in Australia, highlighting the suburb’s multicultural character.
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Other Safe Suburbs Near The Ponds
If you’re considering living near The Ponds , you might also be interested in these nearby suburbs, which consistently report lower crime rates and offer family-friendly amenities.
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- Acacia Gardens - 62 incidents (0.01690 per 100,000 people)
- Parklea - 67 incidents (0.01819 per 100,000 people)
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- Tallawong - 255 incidents (0.03881 per 100,000 people)
- Nirimba Fields - 76 incidents (0.04657 per 100,000 people)
- Rouse Hill - 1036 incidents (0.09129 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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