Coomba Bay crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
6 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Coomba Bay
Coomba Bay is a small residential locality and lakeside village in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, holding the postcode 2428. Situated on the western shores of Smiths Lake, the settlement is largely defined by its natural bushland setting and waterfront access. According to regional demographic profiles, Coomba Bay functions primarily as a quiet retirement and holiday destination, characterized by a small, predominantly permanent residential population alongside a fluctuating number of seasonal visitors.
Local life in Coomba Bay centres around outdoor recreation, with Smiths Lake providing opportunities for fishing, boating, kayaking, and swimming. Amenities within the immediate locality are modest, typically supporting basic community needs, while more extensive commercial, educational, and medical services are accessed in nearby towns such as Forster, Tuncurry, or Pacific Palms. The area is connected regionally via Coomba Road, which links the village to the wider Great Lakes district.
Prior to European settlement, the area around Smiths Lake and Coomba Bay was traditional land of the Worimi people, who utilized the rich aquatic and terrestrial resources of the coastal lake system. European history in the broader district involved timber-getting and maritime transport before transitioning toward agriculture and, more recently, residential and tourism development. The locality retains a distinct, low-density rural-residential character, shaped by surrounding national parks and state forests.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 1 |
| Trespass | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 168 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.