Kincumber South crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
16 recorded in this period, compared with 13 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kincumber South
Kincumber South is a residential locality situated in the Central Coast region of New South Wales, within the 2251 postcode area and governed by the Central Coast Council local government area. Geographically, the suburb is positioned along the southern shores of Kincumber Broadwater and Cockle Channel, forming part of the wider Brisbane Water estuary system. The landscape is characterized by a mix of waterfront settings, native bushland, and suburban residential pockets. Demographically, the population largely consists of families and retirees seeking a suburban lifestyle with close proximity to both coastal environments and regional commercial hubs.
Local life in Kincumber South is primarily residential and quiet, relying heavily on neighboring Kincumber for major commercial and retail amenities, such as shopping centres, medical services, and secondary education. The locality provides access to local parks, walking tracks, and waterways, which support recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and bushwalking. Public transport is road-based, connecting residents to larger commercial centers like Gosford and Erina, as well as nearby beaches.
Historically, the area formed part of the traditional lands of the Darkinjung people, who utilized the rich estuarine resources of the Brisbane Water region. Following European settlement in the 19th century, the broader Kincumber district developed primarily around timber-getting, ship-building, and later, citrus orcharding and agriculture. Over the latter half of the 20th century, Kincumber South transitioned from a rural and semi-industrial outpost into a primarily residential suburb, reflecting the broader suburbanization of the Central Coast.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 4 | 3 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 721 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.