Nords Wharf crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
39 recorded in this period, compared with 27 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Nords Wharf
Nords Wharf is a coastal suburb located in the City of Lake Macquarie local government area within the Hunter Region of New South Wales, bearing the postcode 2281. Situated on the southern shores of Lake Macquarie, the locality is characterized by its peninsula geography, surrounded by extensive waterways, native bushland, and managed parklands. Demographically, it functions primarily as a quiet residential and retirement community, sharing characteristics with surrounding lakeside villages characterized by low-density housing and a small, close-knit population.
Local life in Nords Wharf is centered heavily around outdoor recreation, particularly water-based activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming, facilitated by local boat ramps and reserves. The village itself maintains a peaceful, semi-rural atmosphere with limited commercial infrastructure, relying on nearby larger suburbs such as Swansea for comprehensive retail, educational, and professional services. Community facilities within the suburb include local parks, a community hall, and waterfront access points that support the area's lifestyle.
Historically, the area developed around the timber industry and coal mining that dominated the southern shores of Lake Macquarie during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The name "Nords Wharf" is historically linked to the timber-getting operations and shipping wharves established in the area to transport local resources. Over the decades, the locality transitioned from an industrial and forestry outpost into a residential and holiday destination, preserving much of its natural landscape while shedding its heavy industry.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 9 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 6 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 5 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 4 | 1 |
| Other theft | 3 | 3 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Fraud | 2 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences | 1 | 4 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 2 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 895 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.