Myall Lake crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
0 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Myall Lake
Myall Lake is a rural locality situated in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2423 postcode district. Geographically, the area is defined by its namesake, Myall Lake, a large coastal freshwater lake that forms a central part of the Myall Lakes National Park system. The terrain is characterized by a mix of wetlands, remnant coastal forests, and sandy soils typical of the Barrington coast region. Due to its protected environmental status and predominance of national parkland, the permanent population is very small, contributing to a largely uninhabited landscape outside of recreational zones.
Local life in Myall Lake revolves primarily around outdoor recreation, conservation, and tourism. The area attracts visitors for activities such as camping, bushwalking, kayaking, and fishing on the lake system. Because of the sparse residential population, local commercial amenities are minimal within the locality itself, with residents and visitors typically relying on nearby towns such as Bulahdelah for comprehensive retail, medical, and educational services.
The region holds significant cultural and historical heritage, traditionally Custodial lands of the Worimi and Biripi Aboriginal peoples, who utilized the rich waterways, forests, and abundant wildlife for sustenance and cultural practices for millennia. Following European settlement in the 19th century, the area saw industry centered around timber-getting, navigation of the waterways, and small-scale agriculture. The establishment of the Myall Lakes National Park in the 20th century preserved much of the natural and historical landscape from extensive development, ensuring the protection of both its ecosystems and historical remnants.
Recorded offence categories
No offences are recorded in this period, so there is no leading category.
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.