Alison (Central Coast) crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
15 recorded in this period, compared with 15 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Alison (Central Coast)
Alison is a semi-rural locality situated in the Central Coast region of New South Wales, within the Central Coast Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2259. Geographically, the area is characterized by a mix of low-density residential properties, forested terrain, and cleared agricultural land, contributing to a quiet, rural-residential atmosphere. Due to its small population, demographic data for Alison is frequently amalgamated with neighboring suburbs in the Wyong hinterland, reflecting a community of families and retirees seeking a semi-rural lifestyle within proximity to larger regional hubs.
Local life in Alison is defined by its peaceful environment and limited commercial infrastructure, with residents relying on neighboring towns such as Wyong and Doyalson for major shopping, medical facilities, educational institutions, and professional services. The locality is primarily residential and rural, featuring local road networks that connect it to the broader Central Coast transport corridors. While Alison lacks major commercial amenities within its immediate boundaries, its natural surroundings offer a quiet backdrop typical of the region's leafy hinterland.
Historically, the broader Wyong and Central Coast hinterland—including Alison—was originally inhabited by the Darkinjung people, who maintained a traditional custodianship of the land prior to European settlement. Following European arrival in the 19th century, the area was initially utilized for timber getting, agriculture, and citrus orcharding. Over time, large landholdings have gradually evolved into the current pattern of rural-residential acreages, preserving much of the area's historical connection to the region's agricultural and bushland origins.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 2 | 3 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 2 | 0 |
| Assault Police | 1 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 1 |
Sources and interpretation
These are police-recorded incident or victim counts, not every unreported incident or a prediction of personal safety. Percentage changes are not tests of statistical significance; small counts need particular care.