One of Sydney's most congested suburbs has been revealed as a hot spot for speeding drivers, according to new figures released by NSW Police.

In what will surely come as a surprise to anyone who has driven to Sydney Airport lately, Mascot is one of the worst areas for speeding offences in NSW.

The top ten suburbs for speeding offences in NSW have been revealed.

While traffic around the domestic and international terminals is often gridlocked, 2,125 drivers were caught speeding in the area in the last financial year.

Mascot ranked third on the list of the state's worst suburbs for speeding offences.