Corlette crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
171 recorded in this period, compared with 133 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Corlette
Corlette is a coastal suburb located in the Port Stephens region of New South Wales, within the Port Stephens Council local government area and carrying the postcode 2315. Situated approximately 150 kilometres north of Sydney on the southern shores of Port Stephens, the locality is characterised by its prominent peninsular geography, encompassing sheltered waterways, sandy beaches, and native bushland. According to the 2021 Australian census, Corlette supports a settled residential population, with demographic profiles typically reflecting a mix of families, retirees, and holiday homeowners drawn to its coastal environment.
Local life in Corlette is centered around outdoor recreation, tourism, and marine activities. The suburb features several notable beaches and reserves, including the popular Bagnalls Beach, which provides calm waters suited for swimming, walking, and kayaking. While Corlette is primarily residential and relatively quiet, it offers local accommodation, parks, and dining options, with more extensive commercial, retail, and educational amenities readily accessible in neighbouring towns such as Nelson Bay and Salamander Bay.
The traditional custodians of the land surrounding Port Stephens are the Worimi people, whose rich heritage and connection to the area date back tens of thousands of years. European settlement in the wider Port Stephens region began in the early 19th century, initially driven by timber-getting, agriculture, and maritime industries. Over subsequent decades, Corlette transitioned from a rural and semi-isolated coastal pocket into a planned residential and holiday destination, retaining much of its natural landscape alongside modern suburban development.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 22 | 12 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 21 | 16 |
| Malicious damage to property | 20 | 17 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 10 | 7 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 10 | 13 |
| Other offences | 10 | 6 |
| Other theft | 10 | 4 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 10 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 10 | 7 |
| Fraud | 9 | 12 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 9 | 6 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 8 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 4 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 4 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 3 |
| Assault Police | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 4 |
| Trespass | 2 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,699 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.