Lambton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
333 recorded in this period, compared with 366 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Lambton
Lambton is an established inner-city suburb located approximately 6 kilometres west of the Newcastle central business district in New South Wales, within the City of Newcastle local government area and bearing the postcode 2299. The locality is primarily residential, characterized by a mix of historic weatherboard cottages and inter-war housing, and accommodates a settled population reflecting a broad demographic mix of families and professionals.
The suburb's commercial activity is anchored by Elder Street, which functions as a traditional high street featuring local retail shops, cafes, and essential services. Lambton is well-serviced by public amenities, notably Lambton Park, a prominent regional green space that includes a public swimming pool, sporting ovals, and the historic Lambton Park rotunda. Educational needs are met by local primary schools, and the suburb offers convenient transport links to the wider Newcastle region via major roadways and public bus networks.
Established in the 19th century, Lambton's history is deeply intertwined with the coal mining industry that historically drove the Hunter Region's economy. Founded as a township to support the nearby Lambton Colliery, the area was incorporated as a municipality in 1871 before being amalgamated into the City of Greater Newcastle in 1938. Numerous heritage buildings, including churches, commercial shopfronts, and miners' cottages, remain preserved throughout the suburb, reflecting its Victorian-era origins.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 47 | 25 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 32 | 23 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 31 | 15 |
| Malicious damage to property | 30 | 47 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 27 | 39 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 23 | 21 |
| Fraud | 19 | 22 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 16 | 23 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 12 | 18 |
| Sexual assault | 11 | 9 |
| Breach bail conditions | 10 | 8 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 7 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 7 | 20 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 6 | 6 |
| Other theft | 6 | 6 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 4 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 4 | 9 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 4 | 4 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,214 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.