Avalon Beach crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
178 recorded in this period, compared with 201 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Avalon Beach
Avalon Beach is a coastal suburb located 37 kilometres north-east of the Sydney central business district, within the Northern Beaches local government area and bearing the postcode 2107. Geographically, the locality is situated on a narrow peninsula bound by the Pacific Ocean to the east and Pittwater to the west, characterized by a mix of surf beaches, steep bushland, and low-density residential development. Demographically, it is a predominantly residential suburb with a population that reflects a mix of families and retirees, exhibiting higher-than-average median household incomes and a strong coastal lifestyle orientation.
The commercial heart of Avalon Beach is centered along Barrenjoey Road, featuring a village-style shopping strip with local retail stores, supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants. The suburb is well-serviced by recreational infrastructure, prominently featuring Avalon Beach—renowned for its surf conditions and ocean pool—alongside Pittwater-facing reserves that facilitate boating and water sports. Public amenities include local primary schools, community service hubs, and direct bus transit links connecting the area to Sydney's northern beaches and the central business district.
Prior to European settlement, the area was inhabited by the Guringai people, who utilized the coastal and estuarine resources of the Pittwater and ocean fringes. European development began slowly in the 19th and early 20th centuries as a timber-getting and holiday destination before undergoing significant subdivision for residential housing in the mid-20th century. Today, Avalon Beach retains a distinct village character, supported by local heritage items and an active community engaged in preserving its natural coastal environment.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 26 | 27 |
| Fraud | 23 | 27 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 21 | 23 |
| Other theft | 14 | 12 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 12 | 11 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 11 | 8 |
| Steal from dwelling | 10 | 10 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 8 | 11 |
| Trespass | 7 | 8 |
| Sexual assault | 6 | 5 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 5 | 11 |
| Offensive conduct | 4 | 1 |
| Other offences | 4 | 7 |
| Steal from retail store | 4 | 7 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 3 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 6 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 3 | 3 |
| Assault Police | 2 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 10,379 residents. This is not a current population estimate.
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.