Mannering Park crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
131 recorded in this period, compared with 119 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mannering Park
Mannering Park is a lakeside suburb located in the Central Coast region of New South Wales, within the postcode 2259 and the Central Coast Council local government area. Situated on the southern shores of Lake Macquarie, the locality is bounded by water to the north and east, and bushland and transport corridors to the west. Demographically, it functions primarily as a quiet residential and retirement community, characterized by a lower population density compared to major urban centers on the coast, attracting residents seeking a lakeside lifestyle.
Local life in Mannering Park is centered around outdoor recreation, particularly water sports, fishing, and boating on Lake Macquarie. The suburb features local parks, boat ramps, and a small commercial strip providing essential day-to-day services and retail options for residents. For broader educational, medical, and major retail amenities, the community relies on nearby larger centers such as Wyong and Morisset.
Historically, the area developed in conjunction with the timber industry, fishing, and the post-war industrial expansion of the Central Coast. Its growth was significantly influenced by the establishment of the nearby Vales Point Power Station, which commenced operations in the early 1960s and has played a major role in the local economy and employment landscape for decades.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 27 | 14 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 20 | 10 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 10 | 11 |
| Malicious damage to property | 10 | 18 |
| Fraud | 7 | 7 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 7 | 7 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6 | 7 |
| Sexual assault | 6 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 1 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 5 | 5 |
| Other theft | 4 | 6 |
| Arson | 3 | 5 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 3 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 2 |
| Criminal intent | 2 | 1 |
| Other offences | 2 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 4 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,554 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.