Mollymook crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
47 recorded in this period, compared with 45 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mollymook
Mollymook is a coastal suburb and holiday destination located on the South Coast of New South Wales within the City of Shoalhaven local government area, bearing the postcode 2539. Situated approximately three hours south of Sydney and just north of Ulladulla, the locality is defined by its coastal geography, featuring prominent sandy stretches including Mollymook Beach and Boggy Beach, as well as the tidal inlet of Mollymook Inlet. According to census data as of 2021, the area supports a permanent population that swells significantly during peak holiday periods due to tourism and holiday home ownership.
The local economy and lifestyle are centered around tourism, recreation, and retirement. Amenities within Mollymook include surf lifesaving clubs, patrolled beaches, a prominent golf course, and various commercial hubs offering accommodation, dining, and retail services. The surrounding region is also known for local viticulture and natural attractions. Education and broader urban services are largely accessed in the adjacent commercial center of Ulladulla.
European settlement in the area dates back to the 19th century, initially driven by timber cutting, agriculture, and coastal shipping. The name "Mollymook" is believed to be derived from an Indigenous term or a historical reference to the mollymawk albatross, though the exact etymology remains locally debated. Over the 20th century, the locality transitioned from a rural and industrial outpost into a residential and seaside resort destination, preserving various elements of its mid-century coastal development alongside modern residential expansion.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 6 | 5 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 4 |
| Other theft | 4 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 4 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 6 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 1 |
| Trespass | 3 | 3 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 1 |
| Fraud | 1 | 5 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences | 1 | 2 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 3 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,195 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.