Greengrove crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 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 Greengrove
Greengrove is a semi-rural locality situated within the Central Coast region of New South Wales, carrying the postcode 2250 and falling under the local government area of the Central Coast Council. The geography of the area is characterized by a mix of undulating bushland, cleared agricultural parcels, and low-density residential properties. Due to its semi-rural nature, the population is relatively sparse compared to the surrounding coastal and urban hubs, maintaining a quiet, rural-residential demographic profile.
Local life in Greengrove is predominantly quiet and community-oriented, relying heavily on surrounding suburbs for major commercial, educational, and medical services. The 2250 postcode area provides access to nearby retail centres, schools, and transport links, while Greengrove itself offers a secluded residential environment. The area's infrastructure largely supports acreage living, local trades, and small-scale agricultural pursuits, with residents travelling to neighbouring localities for extensive shopping and employment opportunities.
Historically, the broader Central Coast region was traditionally inhabited by the Darkinjung people, who maintained a deep connection to the land. Following European settlement, the area—including the localities surrounding Greengrove—saw gradual development focused primarily on timber-getting, agriculture, and citrus orcharding. Over time, many of the original large rural landholdings have experienced gradual subdivision into smaller acreage properties, blending the region's historical rural roots with modern semi-rural residential living.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 14 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.