Coledale crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
39 recorded in this period, compared with 42 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Coledale
Coledale is a coastal suburb located in the Northern Illawarra region of New South Wales, situated within the City of Wollongong local government area under the postcode 2515. Wedged narrowly between the steep sandstone escarpment and the Tasman Sea, the locality features a striking landscape characterized by steep topography and coastal access. It functions as a predominantly residential community sharing close socioeconomic ties with greater Wollongong and the southern fringes of Sydney, attracting residents seeking a coastal lifestyle within a commutable distance to major metropolitan centers.
Local life in Coledale centers around its relaxed beachside atmosphere, anchored by Coledale Beach and the historic Coledale Surf Life Saving Club. The suburb is traversed by Lawrence Hargrave Drive and the South Coast railway line, providing regional connectivity. Essential local amenities include a neighborhood shopping strip containing cafes and basic services, alongside the Coledale Public School. Recreational facilities, including local parks and ocean tidal baths nearby, support a lifestyle heavily oriented toward outdoor and coastal activities.
Historically, the area developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, driven primarily by the expansion of the Illawarra coal mining industry and coastal transport routes. While early European settlement was tied to resource extraction and small-scale agriculture, the landscape has since transitioned away from heavy industry. Today, Coledale's built environment retains a mix of older heritage-style cottages and modern residential dwellings, reflecting its evolution from a collection of industrial mining settlements into a sought-after residential suburb.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 7 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 6 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 2 |
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 2 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 1 | 9 |
| Trespass | 1 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,372 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.