East Gosford crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
262 recorded in this period, compared with 195 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About East Gosford
East Gosford is a residential and commercial suburb located on the Central Coast of New South Wales, within the Central Coast Council local government area and the 2250 postcode. Situated approximately 3 kilometres south of the Gosford central business district, the locality sits on the southern banks of Brisbane Water. According to the 2021 Australian census, East Gosford supports a diverse population accommodated primarily in a mix of detached residential housing, townhouses, and modern medium-density apartment complexes.
The suburb functions as an important local commercial hub, featuring a prominent retail strip along Victoria Street that includes specialty shops, professional services, medical facilities, and cafes. East Gosford is well-serviced by local educational institutions and recreational spaces, most notably the expansive, waterfront-adjacent Adcock Park, which serves as a major regional venue for various sports and community events. Public transport links connect the suburb to Gosford railway station and surrounding Central Coast centres.
Historically, the area was traditionally inhabited by the Darkinjung people prior to European settlement in the early 19th century. Early development was driven by the timber-felling, shipbuilding, and agriculture industries that flourished around Brisbane Water. Over subsequent decades, East Gosford transitioned from a rural and semi-industrial outpost into a well-established suburban community, retaining several historic local buildings and landmarks that reflect its nineteenth-century origins.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 37 | 23 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 20 | 21 |
| Malicious damage to property | 19 | 21 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 19 | 8 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 17 | 18 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 15 | 6 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 14 | 12 |
| Fraud | 13 | 7 |
| Other theft | 12 | 6 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 12 | 11 |
| Breach bail conditions | 11 | 6 |
| Sexual assault | 9 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 9 | 7 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 6 | 1 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 5 | 2 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 5 | 4 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 4 | 5 |
| Trespass | 4 | 4 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,391 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.