Little Pelican crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 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 Little Pelican
Little Pelican is a small coastal suburb located in the Hunter region of New South Wales, within the City of Lake Macquarie local government area and the 2281 postcode. Situated approximately 25 kilometres south-southwest of Newcastle, the locality is positioned on the southern shores of Lake Macquarie, near the entrance to the Tasman Sea via Swansea Channel. The demographic profile is predominantly residential, characterized by a quiet suburban environment that reflects the broader lifestyle patterns of the Lake Macquarie region.
The local area offers a tranquil lakeside lifestyle with access to surrounding natural waterways, supporting recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and bushwalking. While Little Pelican itself maintains a primarily residential and semi-rural feel with limited commercial infrastructure, it relies on neighbouring suburbs like Swansea and Belmont for comprehensive retail, educational, and medical services. Road access is primarily facilitated by the Pacific Highway, connecting residents to major commercial hubs in Newcastle and Sydney.
Historically, the traditional custodians of the land surrounding Lake Macquarie are the Awabakal people. European settlement in the wider region initially focused on timber-getting, coal mining, and fishing before transitioning into a popular residential and holiday destination. The locality derives its name from its geographical association with the pelican populations frequently observed along the shallow waters and sandbanks of the lake's southern channels.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 5 | 7 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
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.