Doyalson crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
80 recorded in this period, compared with 75 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Doyalson
Doyalson is a residential and semi-rural locality situated on the Central Coast of New South Wales, within the postcode 2262 and the Central Coast Council local government area. Located roughly 40 kilometres north-south of the major regional centres of Gosford and Newcastle respectively, it is positioned near the southern shores of Lake Macquarie. The surrounding geography is characterised by a mix of low-density residential pockets, bushland, and coastal lake systems, contributing to a quiet, regional lifestyle within commuting distance of larger urban hubs.
Local life in Doyalson is centered around community services, recreation, and the surrounding natural environment. The area is served by local commercial facilities, sporting grounds, and the prominent Doyalson-Wyee RSL Club, which acts as a major social and recreational hub for the local and wider 2262 community. Proximity to the Pacific Highway and the M1 Motorway provides regional connectivity, while nearby lake reserves and beaches offer opportunities for water-based activities and outdoor recreation.
The history of the area is tied to the broader timber-getting, agricultural, and transport development of the Central Coast and Lake Macquarie hinterlands during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Originally inhabited by the Darkinjung and Awabakal peoples, the locality was gradually settled by Europeans for forestry and farming before evolving into a modern residential and commuter settlement. While few overt heritage landmarks dominate the contemporary landscape, the area retains a quiet historical character reflective of early Central Coast pioneering life.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 17 | 22 |
| Malicious damage to property | 8 | 4 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 6 | 3 |
| Other theft | 6 | 4 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 5 | 4 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 5 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 5 | 6 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 6 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 3 |
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of narcotics | 2 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 5 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 2 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 1 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Liquor offences | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 299 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.