Newport crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
277 recorded in this period, compared with 274 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Newport
Newport is a coastal suburb located 30 kilometres north-east of the Sydney central business district, within the Northern Beaches council area (postcode 2106). Geographically positioned on the narrow northern peninsula, the locality is bounded by the Tasman Sea to the east and Pittwater to the west, featuring the popular surfing destination Newport Beach and the sheltered waters of Myola Wharf. According to the 2021 Australian census, Newport has a population of approximately 10,000 residents, characterized by a predominantly residential demographic alongside a transient visitor population during the summer months.
The local economy and lifestyle heavily revolve around coastal recreation, marine activities, and a village-style commercial hub centered along Barrenjoey Road. The area offers a range of amenities including local retail shops, cafes, restaurants, and the historic Newport Surf Life Saving Club, established in 1909. Public transport is primarily serviced by bus networks connecting the suburb to Manly, the Sydney CBD, and Palm Beach.
Originally inhabited by the Guringai Aboriginal people, the area was historically known as 'Bullock Point' before being renamed Newport in the late 19th century due to its resemblance to the Welsh port. Early European settlement was driven by timber-getting, boat-building, and agriculture. The opening of the Newport Hotel in 1880 and the subsequent introduction of motor omnibuses and ferries transformed the locality into a favored weekend leisure and holiday destination for Sydneysiders throughout the 20th century.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 60 | 54 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 29 | 30 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 18 | 15 |
| Malicious damage to property | 17 | 22 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 16 | 24 |
| Trespass | 16 | 8 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 14 | 7 |
| Other offences | 13 | 16 |
| Breach bail conditions | 11 | 4 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 11 | 16 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 9 | 8 |
| Liquor offences | 8 | 4 |
| Other theft | 8 | 13 |
| Sexual assault | 6 | 7 |
| Steal from retail store | 6 | 11 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 9 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 4 | 2 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 4 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 9,659 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.