Gosford crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3,496 recorded in this period, compared with 3,872 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gosford
Gosford is a major urban locality situated on the Central Coast of New South Wales, positioned approximately 75 kilometres north of Sydney and 80 kilometres south of Newcastle. Located within the Central Coast local government area and encompassing the 2250 postcode, the area spans the northern shores of Brisbane Water, an estuary of the Hawkesbury River. The region features a landscape defined by coastal waterways, steep sandstone ridges, and bushland. According to the 2021 Australian census, Gosford functions as a significant residential and commercial hub, supporting a diverse population that includes families, professionals, and retirees.
As the traditional administrative and commercial centre of the Central Coast, Gosford provides a comprehensive range of amenities, including the Gosford Hospital, tertiary education facilities, and the regional courts. The commercial precinct features a central business district with retail shopping, dining, and professional services. Recreational infrastructure is centered around Brisbane Water, which facilitates boating, fishing, and waterfront parks such as Industree Group Stadium, a major regional venue for sports and entertainment. Transport connectivity is a key feature of the locality, anchored by the Gosford railway station on the Main Northern line, providing regular commuter services to Sydney and Newcastle, alongside regional road networks like the Pacific Highway.
The area holds rich Indigenous heritage as the traditional country of the Darkinjung people, who left significant cultural sites, including rock art and engravings, throughout the surrounding national parks. European settlement began in the early 19th century, driven by the timber-getting industry, agriculture, and shipbuilding along Brisbane Water. The town was officially named in 1844, reportedly in honor of Archibald Acheson, the 2nd Earl of Gosford. Historically a port and timber hub, Gosford evolved over the 20th century into a major regional administrative center, transitioning its economy toward healthcare, public administration, education, and retail services.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 1,102 | 1,957 |
| Breach bail conditions | 885 | 708 |
| Malicious damage to property | 148 | 124 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 129 | 137 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 121 | 116 |
| Steal from retail store | 112 | 42 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 100 | 76 |
| Other theft | 77 | 52 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 75 | 43 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 60 | 55 |
| Other offences | 54 | 47 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 52 | 62 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 50 | 45 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 48 | 40 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 47 | 31 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 45 | 32 |
| Steal from dwelling | 40 | 25 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 34 | 19 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,873 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.