Kariong crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
301 recorded in this period, compared with 473 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kariong
Kariong is a semi-rural and residential suburb located on the Central Coast of New South Wales within the Central Coast Council local government area, bearing the postcode 2250. Situated just west of Gosford and adjacent to the Sydney-Newcastle Freeway, the locality acts as a key gateway to the region. The population comprises a mix of families and commuters, supported by a landscape defined by rolling hills, pockets of native bushland, and proximity to the Brisbane Water National Park.
Local life in Kariong is centered around a small commercial hub featuring a supermarket, specialty shops, and essential services along Mitchell Drive. The suburb provides educational facilities including local public schools, as well as community and recreational spaces such as sports ovals and parks. Its strategic location near major arterial roads facilitates convenient access to larger commercial centres in Gosford, as well as employment hubs in Sydney and Newcastle.
Historically, the area was traditionally inhabited by the Darkinjung people, and the surrounding bushland preserves significant Indigenous heritage, most notably the Bulgandry Aboriginal Art Site, which features protected rock engravings. European settlement initially focused on timber-getting and agriculture before the area experienced modern suburban expansion. Today, Kariong balances its historical roots and natural environment with contemporary residential development.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Sexual assault | 59 | 159 |
| Fraud | 43 | 41 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 28 | 30 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 25 | 50 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 22 | 18 |
| Malicious damage to property | 19 | 31 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 13 | 13 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 12 | 14 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 11 | 24 |
| Breach bail conditions | 10 | 18 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 7 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 5 | 4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 5 | 2 |
| Other drug offences | 4 | 3 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 4 | 3 |
| Steal from retail store | 4 | 6 |
| Arson | 3 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 8 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 6,485 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.