Ingleside crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
37 recorded in this period, compared with 27 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Ingleside
Ingleside is a semi-rural and residential locality situated in the Northern Beaches region of New South Wales, within the 2101 postcode. Located approximately 28 kilometres north-east of the Sydney central business district, the suburb is geographically defined by its elevated position on the plateau of the Northern Beaches, bordered by Warriewood, Narrabeen, and Terrey Hills. The area features a mix of rugged bushland, native flora, and low-density residential properties, serving as a transitional buffer between the urbanized coastal strip and the protected natural environments of Garigal National Park.
Local life in Ingleside is characterized by a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle with limited commercial infrastructure, relying heavily on neighboring suburbs such as Mona Vale and Warriewood for major retail, educational, and medical amenities. The locality includes open spaces, equestrian properties, and local parks, while offering easy access to the beaches and waterways of the Northern Beaches. Transport infrastructure is primarily road-based, with Mona Vale Road serving as the key arterial route connecting the area to the greater Sydney metropolitan region.
Historically, Ingleside's development was shaped by timber-getting, agriculture, and rural settlement before transitioning into a semi-rural residential area. The heritage of the locality is linked to the broader history of the Warringah and Northern Beaches region, reflecting Indigenous custodianship followed by European expansion. In recent decades, the area has been the subject of strategic planning for urban release and sustainable development, balancing the demand for housing in the Northern Beaches with the preservation of its natural topography and environmental values.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 5 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 5 | 0 |
| Other theft | 5 | 1 |
| Fraud | 4 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 3 |
| Arson | 2 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 3 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 3 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 2 |
| Trespass | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,030 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.