Community safety and crime prevention

Crime prevention

Council's roles in crime prevention include: designing out crime; addressing the social causes of offending; coordinating safety strategies in partnership with others; and the promotion of crime prevention awareness.

Reducing car crime in Woollahra

Stealing from a car is an opportunistic crime and is therefore preventable. Information on reducing car crime in Woollahra(PDF, 231KB)  explains how you can keep your car safer and help prevent car crimes.

Community Safety Precinct Committee Meeting

Coordinated by local police, this meeting is an opportunity for community members to raise and discuss issues relating to community safety. Meetings are held regularly at the Westfield Bondi Junction Business Suite. Call Rose Bay Police Station for further information: 9362 6399.

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Important phone numbers

• Police, Fire, Ambulance Emergency: 000
• Police Assistance Line for NON EMERGENCIES: 131 444
• Crime stoppers: 1800 333 000 (report crime anonymously)
• Rose Bay Police Station: 9362 6399

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Useful links

• Find local services and information for domestic violence and child protection.
• Home security and personal safety tips will help you improve your home security and to be safe in all situations.
• Safe Party gives information that will help minimise the risks so that you and your guests can have a fun and hassle-free party.
• Bureau Of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) provides crime statistics for the Woollahra local government area.
• Firefighters can help you identify and manage potential fire hazards within your home as well as check and/or install smoke alarms at no cost to you. Find out more about Home Fire Safety and how to book a Home Fire Safety Visit.

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Enquiries

For more information, please contact:

Telephone: 9391 7000
Email: community@woollahra.nsw.gov.au