Mollymook Beach crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
94 recorded in this period, compared with 36 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mollymook Beach
Mollymook Beach is a coastal locality situated in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, within the 2539 postcode area. Geographically, it features a prominent sandy surf beach flanked by rocky headlands, specifically Boggy Creek to the north and North Head to the south, with the flat coastal terrain gradually rising toward undulating residential areas. Demographically, the population is characterized by a high proportion of older adults and retirees, alongside a significant influx of holiday homeowners and tourists during peak seasonal periods, contributing to fluctuations in the resident-to-visitor ratio.
Local life in Mollymook Beach centers primarily around coastal recreation, including surfing, swimming, and fishing, complemented by local amenities such as patrolled swimming areas, seaside parks, and coastal walking tracks. The commercial sector is relatively small, featuring local cafes, restaurants, boutique accommodation, and a shopping strip along the Princes Highway corridor, alongside a prominent golf course situated near the beachfront. Educational and broader administrative services for the locality are primarily accessed in the nearby towns of Ulladulla and Milton.
Historically, the area formed part of the traditional lands of the Yuin Nation before European exploration and settlement in the 19th century. The locality's development was initially driven by the timber industry, coastal shipping, and agriculture before gradually transitioning into a popular seaside resort destination during the 20th century. While few formal heritage structures remain from its earliest colonial period, the region maintains a distinct identity tied to its coastal settlement history and maritime past.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 18 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 10 | 3 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 9 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 9 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 8 | 4 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 7 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 6 | 3 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 2 |
| Fraud | 3 | 4 |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Trespass | 3 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 3 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,531 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.