Chittaway Point crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
22 recorded in this period, compared with 32 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Chittaway Point
Chittaway Point is a residential suburb located on the Central Coast of New South Wales, within the postcode 2261 and the Central Coast Council local government area. Geographically, the locality occupies a prominent peninsula bounded by the waters of Tuggerah Lake to the east and the Wyong River to the north and west. Because of its peninsular setting, the suburb is characterized by extensive waterfront areas and low-density residential housing. Demographically, it functions primarily as a quiet commuter and retirement suburb, sharing demographic and economic traits with the broader Central Coast region.
Local life in Chittaway Point is centered around water-based recreation, including fishing, boating, and kayaking on Tuggerah Lake and the Wyong River. While the suburb is predominantly residential with limited commercial infrastructure, it relies on neighboring areas such as Chittaway Bay, Berkeley Vale, and larger commercial hubs like The Entrance and Wyong for major retail, educational, and healthcare services. Road access is primarily facilitated via Chittaway Road, connecting residents to the wider Central Coast transport network.
Historically, the lands surrounding Tuggerah Lake and the Wyong River were traditional custodianship areas of the Darkinjung people, who utilized the rich aquatic and terrestrial resources of the region. European settlement in the 19th century initially focused on timber-getting, agriculture, and fishing before the area gradually transitioned into a permanent residential and holiday destination. Over the latter half of the 20th century, Chittaway Point developed from a semi-rural and weekend-ender enclave into a built-up suburban locality.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 10 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 5 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 3 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 0 |
| Trespass | 2 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 1 |
| Fraud | 1 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 947 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.