Erina Heights crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
15 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 Erina Heights
Erina Heights is a semi-rural and residential locality situated on the Central Coast of New South Wales, within the Central Coast Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2260. Located just inland from the coastal hubs of Terrigal and Wamberal, the area is characterised by an elevated topography that offers sweeping views of the surrounding valleys and coastal region. Demographically, the population largely consists of families and retirees who are drawn to the area for its spacious acreage properties, semi-rural atmosphere, and proximity to both urban commercial centres and coastal beaches.
Local life in Erina Heights is centered around a relaxed lifestyle supported by boutique businesses, local cafes, and specialty stores, particularly along the region's main thoroughfares. For broader commercial services, education, and healthcare, residents primarily rely on the adjacent commercial hub of Erina. The locality features local green spaces and community facilities, while also serving as a gateway to the wider Central Coast hinterland and coastline.
Historically, the broader Erina district was developed through timber-getting, agriculture, and citrus orcharding during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Over subsequent decades, Erina Heights transitioned from its rural and agricultural roots into a sought-after residential and acreage community. While much of the historic built environment has been replaced by modern residential dwellings, the area retains its connection to the region's pioneering past through its rural land patterns and retained natural bushland.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 1 |
| Fraud | 2 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 1 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 1 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 1 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 454 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.