Mirrabooka crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
13 recorded in this period, compared with 24 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mirrabooka
Mirrabooka is a suburb located in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, within the City of Lake Macquarie local government area and the 2264 postcode. Situated on the western shores of Lake Macquarie, the locality is characterized by a mix of residential housing, native bushland, and lakeside environments. Demographically, it shares the broader regional characteristics of Lake Macquarie, functioning primarily as a quiet residential area with a population that spans families, retirees, and commuters working in nearby urban centres such as Morisset and Newcastle.
Local life in Mirrabooka is defined by its proximity to the lake, which supports recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and bushwalking in the surrounding natural reserves. While the suburb itself is predominantly residential, residents rely on adjacent localities like Bonnells Bay and Morisset for commercial services, retail shopping, education, and healthcare facilities. Transportation is primarily road-based, connecting the community to the broader Lake Macquarie and Central Coast regions.
Historically, the land around Mirrabooka and western Lake Macquarie was traditionally inhabited by the Awabakal people, who utilized the rich aquatic and terrestrial resources of the area. European settlement in the wider region initially focused on timber-getting, agriculture, and later coal mining, before gradually transitioning toward residential development in the latter half of the twentieth century. The suburb’s name reflects the area's Indigenous heritage, translating to "southern cross" in an Australian Aboriginal language.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 1 |
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 1 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 809 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.