Dolans Bay crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 14 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Dolans Bay
Dolans Bay is a small, affluent waterfront suburb located in southern Sydney, New South Wales, within the Sutherland Shire local government area (postcode 2229). Situated on the southern shores of Port Hacking, the locality is characterised by steep topography descending to the water, featuring prominent aquatic inlets and dense urban residential zoning. The demographic profile largely consists of families and established residents, attracted by the area's coastal environment, high median property values, and quiet residential character.
Local life in Dolans Bay is heavily oriented around maritime and outdoor recreation, benefiting from its immediate proximity to the Port Hacking waterway. The suburb features local boat-building and mooring facilities, while immediate access to retail, commercial services, and schooling is primarily supported by neighbouring suburbs such as Caringbah and Miranda. Public transport relies predominantly on local bus services connecting residents to the Cronulla railway line and major regional hubs.
Historically, the broader Port Hacking region was originally inhabited by the Gweagal clan of the Dharawal people, who utilised the rich marine resources of the bay. European settlement in the area developed slowly through the 19th and early 20th centuries, transitioning from isolated maritime industries and fishing camps into a permanent residential suburb during the post-war suburban expansion of the Sutherland Shire.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 3 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 3 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 4 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 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.