Bolton Point crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
174 recorded in this period, compared with 190 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bolton Point
Bolton Point is a lakeside residential suburb located in the City of Lake Macquarie local government area in New South Wales, within the 2283 postcode. Situated on a peninsula extending into the western side of Lake Macquarie, the locality is characterized by its waterfront topography, offering extensive views across the lake's bays. According to the 2021 census, the suburb largely consists of low-density residential housing and is home to a stable, predominantly family-oriented and retiree demographic.
The suburb functions as a quiet residential community supported by local parks, lake access points for boating and fishing, and a network of cycleways. While Bolton Point has limited commercial amenities within its immediate boundaries, it relies on neighboring suburbs such as Edgeworth, Toronto, and Rathmines for comprehensive retail, medical, and educational services. Public transport is primarily road-based, connecting residents to the wider Lake Macquarie and Newcastle regions.
Prior to European settlement, the area was part of the traditional lands of the Awabakal people. The locality derives its European history from the broader timber-getting, coal-mining, and agricultural developments that shaped the Lake Macquarie region during the 19th and 20th centuries. Over subsequent decades, Bolton Point transitioned from semi-rural land holdings into the suburban residential community seen today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 28 | 27 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 24 | 27 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 24 | 27 |
| Malicious damage to property | 15 | 22 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 11 | 19 |
| Breach bail conditions | 9 | 6 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 8 | 11 |
| Fraud | 7 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 7 | 4 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 7 | 6 |
| Sexual assault | 6 | 7 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 5 | 5 |
| Steal from dwelling | 4 | 3 |
| Trespass | 3 | 1 |
| Criminal intent | 2 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 2 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,124 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.