Buff Point crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
162 recorded in this period, compared with 179 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Buff Point
Buff Point is a residential suburb located in the Central Coast region of New South Wales, within the 2262 postcode and the Central Coast Council local government area. Situated approximately 100 kilometres north of Sydney, the locality occupies a scenic peninsula bounded by the waters of Budgewoi Lake to the west and Tuggerah Lakes to the south. According to the 2021 Australian census, the suburb has a population of just over 2,500 residents. The demographic profile is largely characterised by families and retirees drawn to the area for its relaxed lakeside environment.
Local life in Buff Point is centred around outdoor recreation, water sports, and community living. The suburb features extensive waterfront reserves, walking paths, and boat ramps, making it a popular destination for fishing, boating, and kayaking. While primarily residential, Buff Point relies on its immediate neighbours—such as Budgewoi and Toukley—for major commercial hubs, high schools, and comprehensive medical services, though it maintains local convenience stores and essential services.
Prior to European settlement, the area was traditional land of the Darkinjung and Awabakal Aboriginal people, who utilised the rich marine and terrestrial resources of the Tuggerah Lakes system. European development began in the 19th century, initially driven by timber-getting and agriculture before transitioning into a holiday and fishing destination in the mid-20th century. The suburb gradually evolved from a collection of weekend shacks and holiday cottages into a permanent residential community as infrastructure and transport links to the broader Central Coast and Sydney metropolitan areas improved.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 33 | 29 |
| Malicious damage to property | 22 | 13 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 17 | 36 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 11 | 14 |
| Breach bail conditions | 9 | 10 |
| Sexual assault | 9 | 3 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 7 | 12 |
| Fraud | 6 | 14 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 5 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 5 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 2 |
| Trespass | 5 | 4 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 10 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 10 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 1 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 3 | 2 |
| Assault Police | 2 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,559 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.