Fassifern crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
256 recorded in this period, compared with 277 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Fassifern
Fassifern is a suburb located in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, situated approximately 28 kilometres southwest of Newcastle within the City of Lake Macquarie local government area (postcode 2283). Positioned near the western shores of Lake Macquarie, the locality is characterized by a mix of residential areas, bushland, and transport corridors, serving primarily as a residential and transit node.
Local life and amenities in Fassifern are centered around transport connectivity and proximity to the lake. The suburb is a key stop on the NSW TrainLink intercity network, providing direct rail access to Sydney and Newcastle, which supports commuters. While local commercial services within the suburb are limited, residents rely on neighboring centers such as Toronto and Wangi Wangi for comprehensive retail, educational, and healthcare facilities. Recreational opportunities in the broader area are heavily influenced by Lake Macquarie, supporting boating, fishing, and waterfront parks.
Historically, the area developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, driven largely by the expansion of the regional rail network and the coal mining industry in the West Wallsend and Lake Macquarie coalfields. Fassifern functioned historically as an important junction and loading point for regional resources. Today, elements of its historic transport heritage remain visible through the continued operation of the railway line that catalyzed its original settlement.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 202 | 190 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 10 | 15 |
| Malicious damage to property | 7 | 15 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 6 | 5 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 4 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 4 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 4 |
| Fraud | 3 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 5 |
| Other drug offences | 2 | 1 |
| Other offences | 2 | 1 |
| Other theft | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 1 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 1 |
| Liquor offences | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 7 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 586 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.