Blackwall crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
89 recorded in this period, compared with 117 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Blackwall
Blackwall is a residential suburb located on the Central Coast of New South Wales, within the Central Coast Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2256. Situated on the southern side of the Woy Woy peninsula, the locality is bounded by the waters of Brisbane Water to the east and south, positioning it closely alongside neighboring suburbs such as Woy Woy and Hardys Bay. According to the 2021 Australian census, the suburb supports a modest population characterized primarily by families and retirees, reflecting the wider demographic trends of the Peninsula region.
Local life in Blackwall is defined by its quiet, suburban environment and its close proximity to the waterfront. While the suburb itself is predominantly residential, it relies on neighboring Woy Woy for major commercial services, retail centers, and transport infrastructure, including the Woy Woy railway station on the NSW TrainLink Central Coast & Newcastle Line. Recreational activities in and around Blackwall are largely water-oriented, benefiting from nearby boat ramps, parks, and reserves that offer access to Brisbane Water for fishing, boating, and scenic walking.
Historically, the broader Woy Woy peninsula area—including Blackwall—was originally inhabited by the Darkinjung people, who utilized the rich marine resources of Brisbane Water. European settlement began in the 19th century, with the area initially utilized for timber-getting, boat-building, and agricultural pursuits before gradually transitioning into a popular holiday and residential destination following the opening of the railway line in the late 1880s. The suburb takes its name from Blackwall in London, reflecting the maritime naming conventions common to early British settlement along Australia's waterways.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 13 | 11 |
| Malicious damage to property | 12 | 12 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 11 | 10 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 7 | 13 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 7 | 11 |
| Breach bail conditions | 6 | 10 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 5 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 4 | 5 |
| Steal from dwelling | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 4 |
| Criminal intent | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | 4 |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences against the person | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,941 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.