Magenta crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
19 recorded in this period, compared with 41 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Magenta
Magenta is a coastal suburb located in the Central Coast region of New South Wales, within the Central Coast Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2261. Positioned between Tuggerah Lake and the Pacific Ocean, the locality is characterised by a mix of residential areas, natural coastal environments, and wetland ecosystems. Demographically, Magenta shares the lifestyle traits of the broader Central Coast, attracting families, retirees, and tourists seeking a coastal environment.
Local life in Magenta is defined by its natural surroundings and recreational opportunities, with proximity to Magenta Shores, surf beaches, and the waterfront areas of Tuggerah Lake. The locality includes residential developments integrated with resort and golf course facilities, which serve both permanent residents and visitors. Essential commercial services, retail shopping, and broader community infrastructure are accessed in neighbouring suburbs such as The Entrance and Toukley.
Historically, the area formed part of the traditional lands of the Darkinjung people before European settlement. The broader Central Coast region transitioned from timber-getting and agriculture in the 19th century into a popular holiday destination and residential area throughout the 20th century. Magenta itself has developed largely in recent decades from a quiet, semi-rural pocket into a contemporary residential and resort community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 4 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 4 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 4 |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 2 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 1 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 2 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 332 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.