Lake Haven crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
412 recorded in this period, compared with 518 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Lake Haven
Lake Haven is a residential and commercial suburb located in the Central Coast region of New South Wales, within the 2263 postcode and administered by the Central Coast Council. Geographically, the locality is situated near the shores of Lake Munmorah and Budgewoi Lake, forming part of a broader wetland and lake system that defines the northern Central Coast. According to the 2021 Australian census, Lake Haven has a population of approximately 8,000 residents, reflecting a diverse demographic profile that includes young families, retirees, and a growing number of working-class households drawn to the area for its relatively affordable housing.
Local life in Lake Haven is centered around the Lake Haven Centre, a major regional shopping hub that provides a comprehensive range of retail, dining, and commercial services for both residents and neighboring communities. The suburb is well-serviced by public infrastructure, including local schools, community health services, and recreational facilities, with the surrounding lakes offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and passive recreation. Public transport connections link the suburb to surrounding Central Coast hubs and major regional employment centers.
Prior to European settlement, the land surrounding the lakes was inhabited by the Darkinjung and Awabakal Indigenous peoples, who utilized the rich aquatic and terrestrial resources of the coastal waterways. The area underwent pastoral development in the 19th century before transitioning toward residential subdivision and suburban expansion in the latter half of the 20th century. The rapid development of Lake Haven as a commercial and residential node occurred predominantly from the 1980s onward, transforming the formerly semi-rural lakeside locality into an established urban center.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 63 | 69 |
| Steal from retail store | 50 | 49 |
| Malicious damage to property | 39 | 43 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 37 | 31 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 36 | 32 |
| Fraud | 25 | 25 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 21 | 27 |
| Breach bail conditions | 20 | 19 |
| Sexual assault | 18 | 4 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 11 | 6 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 10 | 19 |
| Trespass | 10 | 12 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 8 | 6 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 7 | 5 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 7 | 9 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 6 | 6 |
| Other offences | 5 | 6 |
| Other theft | 5 | 12 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,529 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.