Blackalls Park crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
159 recorded in this period, compared with 116 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Blackalls Park
Blackalls Park is a residential suburb located in the Hunter region of New South Wales, within the City of Lake Macquarie local government area and the 2283 postcode. Situated on the western shores of Lake Macquarie, the locality is characterized by a mix of suburban residential housing and lakeside environments. Demographically, it shares the broader characteristics of the Lake Macquarie region, accommodating a population that includes families, retirees, and commuters working in nearby commercial hubs.
The suburb functions primarily as a residential area, supported by local parks, recreational spaces, and proximity to the lake, which facilitates water-based activities such as boating and fishing. Essential commercial and retail services are accessible in neighboring suburbs, while transportation is facilitated by local road networks and the nearby Fassifern railway station, which provides rail services north to Newcastle and south to Sydney.
Historically, Blackalls Park—like much of the surrounding Lake Macquarie district—developed through a combination of timber-getting, coal mining, and the expansion of the Main Northern railway line. The area gradually transitioned from a resource-extraction and rural locality into a settled residential suburb. While few prominent heritage structures remain, the suburb retains its historical connection to the lake and the early industrial development of the Hunter Valley.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 31 | 12 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 27 | 22 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 26 | 5 |
| Breach bail conditions | 13 | 7 |
| Malicious damage to property | 13 | 15 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 8 | 4 |
| Sexual assault | 7 | 11 |
| Fraud | 5 | 6 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 5 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 5 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 2 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 2 |
| Steal from retail store | 2 | 2 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 9 |
| Murder | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,812 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.