Mallabula crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
78 recorded in this period, compared with 45 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mallabula
Mallabula is a coastal suburb located in the Port Stephens region of New South Wales, within the 2319 postcode area. Situated on the southern shores of the Tilligerry Peninsula, it overlooks the waters of Port Stephens. The locality is primarily residential and semi-rural, characterized by a quiet coastal environment. Demographically, it shares characteristics with the broader Port Stephens local government area, featuring a significant proportion of families and retirees attracted by the coastal lifestyle.
Local life in Mallabula is centered around outdoor recreation, particularly water-based activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The suburb features local parks, boat ramps, and a community hall, providing essential amenities for residents. For more extensive commercial services, retail shopping, and secondary education, residents typically travel to nearby larger centers such as Lemon Tree Passage, Tanilba Bay, or the regional hubs of Newcastle and Maitland.
The history of the area is closely tied to the traditional custodianship of the Worimi Aboriginal people, who have a long-standing connection to the land and waterways of the Port Stephens estuary. European settlement in the wider Tilligerry region initially focused on timber-getting, fishing, and agriculture before the area gradually developed into the residential and holiday communities seen today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 13 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 10 | 7 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 9 | 5 |
| Fraud | 6 | 6 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 5 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 4 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 4 | 5 |
| Other offences | 3 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 6 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 3 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 1 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 0 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 963 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.