Mandalong crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
17 recorded in this period, compared with 31 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mandalong
Mandalong is a rural locality situated in the City of Lake Macquarie local government area of New South Wales, within the 2264 postcode. Located west of the main urban centres of Lake Macquarie and near the Watagans National Park, the area is characterised by undulating topography, dense native bushland, and cleared pastoral valleys along the Mandalong Creek catchment. Due to its semi-rural nature, the population is relatively small and dispersed, consisting largely of acreage properties and rural-residential dwellings.
Local life in Mandalong is defined by a quiet, community-oriented rural lifestyle, with residents generally accessing commercial, educational, and healthcare services in nearby towns such as Morisset. The natural environment provides abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation, including bushwalking, 4WDing, and wildlife observation, owing to its proximity to the Watagans. The locality functions primarily as a residential and agricultural enclave rather than a commercial hub, maintaining a strong connection to the surrounding natural landscape.
Historically, the area was part of the traditional lands of the Awabakal people before European settlement. European activity in the 19th and 20th centuries focused primarily on timber-getting, agriculture, and later, coal mining, which became a significant economic driver for the broader region through operations such as the Mandalong Mine. Despite modern industrial developments nearby, the locality retains much of its historic rural character and landscape features.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 3 | 1 |
| Arson | 2 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 2 |
| Fraud | 1 | 2 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 4 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 2 |
| Trespass | 1 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 433 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.