Fishermans Bay crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
0 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Fishermans Bay
Fishermans Bay is a small coastal locality in the Hunter region of New South Wales, situated within the Port Stephens local government area under the 2316 postcode. Located on the southern Tomaree Peninsula, the area is characterised by rugged coastal geography, featuring rocky foreshores, native bushland, and elevated terrain overlooking the Tasman Sea. Due to its small permanent population and secluded geographic footprint, the demographic profile is predominantly residential, comprising a mix of permanent homeowners and holiday properties.
The locality functions primarily as a quiet residential and recreational enclave, offering limited commercial amenities within its immediate boundaries. Residents and visitors generally rely on neighboring suburbs such as Anna Bay and Nelson Bay for comprehensive retail, medical, and educational services. Local activity centers on passive recreation, including coastal walking trails, fishing, and whale watching along the scenic coastline.
Historically, the area developed in conjunction with the broader settlement of the Port Stephens council area, transitioning from traditional Aboriginal custodianship to European maritime, agricultural, and tourism-based uses. While it lacks major commercial heritage sites, Fishermans Bay retains its historical character as an undisturbed coastal hideaway. The locality's development has been carefully managed to preserve its natural environment against the pressures of regional coastal expansion.
Recorded offence categories
No offences are recorded in this period, so there is no leading category.
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 76 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.