Kanahooka crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
140 recorded in this period, compared with 183 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kanahooka
Kanahooka is a residential suburb located in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, within the City of Wollongong local government area and the 2530 postcode. Situated approximately 14 kilometres south-west of the Wollongong central business district, the locality is bounded to the east by the western shores of Lake Illawarra. The demographic profile is predominantly residential, characterized by families and established households drawn to the suburb's suburban environment and proximity to both the lake and regional commercial hubs.
Local life in Kanahooka is centered around residential living, with recreational opportunities closely tied to Lake Illawarra, which supports activities such as fishing, boating, and waterside walking tracks. The suburb is primarily serviced by nearby commercial centres, including Dapto, for major retail, educational, and transport needs. Local amenities within Kanahooka include neighborhood parks, local sporting fields, and community spaces that cater to the resident population.
Prior to European settlement, the area was inhabited by the Wadi Wadi people, who utilised the rich resources of Lake Illawarra and the surrounding bushland. Following European colonization in the early 19th century, the land was progressively cleared and utilised for agriculture, particularly dairy farming. Over the latter half of the 20th century, Kanahooka underwent urban transition, transforming from rural holdings into the suburban residential community seen today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 23 | 25 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 15 | 7 |
| Malicious damage to property | 14 | 14 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 9 | 9 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 9 | 9 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 9 | 15 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 7 | 10 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 7 | 8 |
| Breach bail conditions | 5 | 4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 5 | 5 |
| Other theft | 5 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 5 | 7 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 4 | 5 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 4 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 2 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 3 | 7 |
| Trespass | 3 | 3 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 11 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,698 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.