Cams Wharf crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
24 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Cams Wharf
Cams Wharf is a residential locality situated on the eastern shores of Lake Macquarie in the Hunter region of New South Wales, within the City of Lake Macquarie local government area and the 2281 postcode. Geographically characterised by its lakeside position, the area features a quiet, suburban layout dominated by low-density housing. Demographically, it shares characteristics with the broader Lake Macquarie region, attracting families, retirees, and holiday homeowners seeking a coastal and lakeside lifestyle.
Local life in Cams Wharf is centered heavily around water-based recreation, including boating, fishing, and swimming on Lake Macquarie. While the locality itself is primarily residential, residents rely on neighboring suburbs such as Sunshine, Murrays Beach, and the larger commercial hub of Swansea for essential retail, schools, and medical services. The area is well-connected by local road networks, facilitating access to Newcastle to the north and the Central Coast to the south.
Historically, the broader Lake Macquarie region was traditional land of the Awabakal people before European settlement in the 19th century. The locality's name references early land grants and maritime activities associated with the lake. Over time, Cams Wharf transitioned from rural and holiday-shack settlements into a permanent modern residential suburb, reflecting the broader population growth and suburban expansion of the Lake Macquarie local government area.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 0 |
| Other theft | 3 | 2 |
| Arson | 2 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 182 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.