Castle Cove crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
36 recorded in this period, compared with 47 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Castle Cove
Castle Cove is a harbourside suburb located 10 kilometres north of the Sydney central business district, within the Willoughby local government area and the 2069 postcode. Perched on a peninsula on the western shore of Middle Harbour, the locality is characterised by steep topography, dramatic natural bushland, and extensive waterfront access. The suburb is primarily residential, featuring detached architectural homes that capitalise on panoramic water and valley views.
The suburb functions primarily as a quiet residential enclave with a strong focus on outdoor recreation and local convenience. It features the Castle Cove Golf Club, numerous walking trails threading through the surrounding Garigal National Park landscapes, and a small local shopping village along Edinburgh Road that provides everyday retail and dining services. Educational and broader commercial needs are met by neighbouring suburbs within the Willoughby area, and the locality is serviced by regional bus networks connecting residents to major commercial hubs like Chatswood and the Sydney CBD.
Historically, the area was traditional land of the Gamaragal people before European settlement in the early 19th century. The suburb's modern development accelerated during the mid-20th century, shaped by post-war suburban expansion and a rising demand for scenic, leafy residential pockets within commuting distance of Sydney. Its architectural heritage includes notable examples of mid-century modern design, with several residences designed by prominent Australian architects who sought to integrate housing with the rugged, sloping sandstone terrain.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 8 | 4 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 5 | 7 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 8 |
| Malicious damage to property | 4 | 5 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 4 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 2 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 3 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences against the person | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Trespass | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,643 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.