Erina crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
688 recorded in this period, compared with 704 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Erina
Erina is a prominent suburb and commercial hub located on the Central Coast of New South Wales, within the postcode 2250 and the Central Coast Council local government area. Situated approximately 75 kilometres north of Sydney and a few kilometres inland from Terrigal, the locality spans a mix of rolling topography, residential zones, and major retail precincts. Demographically, Erina is characterized by a diverse population comprising families, professionals, and retirees, reflecting the broader suburban growth of the Central Coast region.
The area functions as a primary economic and retail center for the surrounding district, anchored by Erina Fair, a major regional shopping centre. In addition to extensive retail, dining, and entertainment facilities, the locality features commercial business parks, light industrial areas, and essential community services. Education and recreation needs are supported by local parks, sporting fields, and nearby schools, while major arterial roads such as the Central Coast Highway provide connectivity to surrounding coastal and hinterland suburbs.
Prior to European settlement, the area was traditional land of the Darkinjung people. The locality derives its name from "Erina," a local Indigenous term believed to relate to a species of edible fern or a local place name. European history in the 19th century was shaped by timber-getting, agriculture, and citrus orcharding, before gradually transitioning into residential and commercial development in the latter half of the 20th century.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from retail store | 239 | 239 |
| Fraud | 59 | 43 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 54 | 55 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 51 | 53 |
| Malicious damage to property | 46 | 55 |
| Other theft | 38 | 27 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 19 | 15 |
| Breach bail conditions | 17 | 19 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 15 | 13 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 13 | 20 |
| Sexual assault | 12 | 7 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 11 | 7 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 10 | 15 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 10 | 12 |
| Trespass | 10 | 21 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 9 | 11 |
| Other offences | 8 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6 | 6 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,205 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.