Chain Valley Bay crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
35 recorded in this period, compared with 58 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Chain Valley Bay
Chain Valley Bay is a residential locality situated on the Central Coast of New South Wales, within the postcode 2259 and the Central Coast Council local government area. Located approximately 45 kilometres north-east of Gosford and bounded to the north-east by the shores of Lake Macquarie, the area is characterized by its lakeside setting and low-density suburban housing. Demographically, the population largely consists of families and retirees seeking a quiet, semi-rural waterfront lifestyle within commuting distance of major regional hubs.
Local life and amenities in Chain Valley Bay revolve primarily around outdoor recreation, particularly water-based activities such as fishing, boating, and kayaking on Lake Macquarie. The locality is largely residential, with commercial and retail services accessed in nearby neighboring suburbs like Doyalson and San Remo. A local community hall and several foreshore parks provide spaces for community gatherings, while the surrounding natural environment offers a quiet, village-like atmosphere.
Historically, the land surrounding Chain Valley Bay was traditionally inhabited by the Awabakal people before European settlement. The area's development through the 19th and 20th centuries was tied to the broader utilization of the Lake Macquarie basin for timber-getting, fishing, and later, the expansion of the Central Coast's coal mining industry. Over recent decades, Chain Valley Bay has transitioned from a weekend holiday destination into a permanent residential suburb, reflecting the broader population growth of the Central Coast region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 7 | 5 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 4 | 3 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 4 | 10 |
| Fraud | 4 | 7 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 10 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 4 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 4 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,773 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.