Kincumber crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
305 recorded in this period, compared with 265 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kincumber
Kincumber is a residential and commercial suburb located in the Central Coast region of New South Wales, within the Central Coast Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2251. Geographically, the locality is situated on the shores of Kincumber Broadwater, a tributary of the Hawkesbury River system via Brisbane Water. According to the 2021 Australian census, Kincumber supports a population of approximately 7,000 residents, characterized by a mix of families and retirees.
Local life and amenities in Kincumber are centered around the Kincumber Shopping Village, which provides essential retail services, supermarkets, and professional facilities to the surrounding area. The suburb functions as a regional hub, featuring educational institutions including primary and high schools, as well as retirement and aged care facilities. Recreational spaces, boat ramps, and walking tracks along the waterfront support outdoor activities, while major arterial roads connect the locality to nearby coastal and commercial centres such as Gosford and Avoca Beach.
The area has a rich history tied to both Indigenous heritage and European settlement. Prior to European arrival, the land was traditionally inhabited by the Guringai people, who utilized the waterways and bushland for sustenance. European settlement began in the early 19th century, driven by the timber-getting, boat-building, and agricultural industries that capitalized on the region's navigable waterways. Historic sites, including local nineteenth-century buildings, reflect this maritime and industrial heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 45 | 36 |
| Malicious damage to property | 31 | 28 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 25 | 20 |
| Fraud | 25 | 28 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 17 | 26 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 17 | 17 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 13 | 3 |
| Other theft | 11 | 9 |
| Breach bail conditions | 10 | 10 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 10 | 5 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 10 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 10 | 6 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 7 | 8 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 7 | 9 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 7 | 14 |
| Trespass | 7 | 4 |
| Criminal intent | 5 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 5 | 5 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 7,398 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.