Mardi crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
133 recorded in this period, compared with 133 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mardi
Mardi is a semi-rural and residential locality situated on the Central Coast of New South Wales, within the Central Coast Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2259. Geographically, the area is characterised by a mix of low-density residential pockets, natural bushland, and water supply infrastructure, being immediately adjacent to the Mardi Dam. Demographically, it functions primarily as a commuter suburb, housing families and retirees who are drawn to its relative tranquility while remaining accessible to larger regional employment hubs.
Local life in Mardi is quiet and community-oriented, benefiting from its proximity to major commercial centres such as Wyong and Tuggerah. Residents have ready access to standard suburban amenities, including local parks, sporting fields, and educational facilities located in the surrounding suburbs. The locality is bisected by major transport corridors like the Pacific Highway, providing connectivity to the broader Central Coast region and major arterial routes toward Sydney and Newcastle.
Historically, the land surrounding Mardi was traditionally inhabited by the Darkinjung people before European settlement. The area's development was initially tied to agriculture, timber-getting, and the expansion of the Main Northern railway line. In the latter half of the 20th century, the landscape evolved significantly with the construction of the Mardi Dam water storage facility, which remains a critical piece of regional infrastructure managed by Central Coast Council to secure the water supply for the growing population.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 17 | 17 |
| Malicious damage to property | 16 | 7 |
| Fraud | 14 | 11 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 11 | 14 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 10 | 9 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 10 | 18 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 9 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 7 | 5 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 6 | 5 |
| Sexual assault | 5 | 4 |
| Arson | 4 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 4 | 5 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 7 |
| Other theft | 3 | 4 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 3 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from retail store | 2 | 3 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,598 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.