Charlotte Bay crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Charlotte Bay
Charlotte Bay is a small coastal locality in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, encompassing the 2428 postcode. Situated within the picturesque Great Lakes region, the area is characterised by its proximity to marine and estuarine environments, including Wallis Lake and the Pacific Ocean. Due to its rural-residential nature, the population is relatively small and dispersed, with demographics typical of coastal New South Wales localities that attract retirees, families, and holiday-makers seeking a quiet lifestyle.
Local life in Charlotte Bay is centred around outdoor recreation, nature, and community tranquility. Given its sparse commercial development, residents generally rely on neighbouring towns—such as Bulahdelah, Nabiac, or Forster-Tuncurry—for major retail, educational, and healthcare services. Amenities within the immediate locality are limited, but the surrounding region supports activities such as fishing, boating, and bushwalking, taking advantage of the nearby national parks and waterways.
Historically, the broader region was inhabited by the Worimi people, who maintained a rich connection to the coastal and estuarine lands for millennia. European settlement in the 19th century initially drove industries such as timber-getting, agriculture, and fishing. Over time, Charlotte Bay transitioned from a resource-extraction area into a protected, lifestyle-oriented residential community, retaining much of its natural landscape and historical ties to the maritime heritage of the Mid-North Coast.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 175 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.