North Haven crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
90 recorded in this period, compared with 119 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About North Haven
North Haven is a coastal village located in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, within the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council local government area and the 2443 postcode. Situated approximately 35 kilometres south of Port Macquarie, the locality is geographically defined by its position on the southern bank of the Camden Haven River inlet, where the waterway meets the Tasman Sea. The area experiences a mild coastal climate and supports a stable residential population, which includes a notable proportion of retirees drawn to the coastal environment.
The local economy and lifestyle are closely tied to the coastal and marine geography, with amenities centred around aquatic recreation, fishing, and tourism. North Haven features dedicated community infrastructure, including local retail shops, dining options, caravan parks, and open green spaces adjacent to the waterfront. A local surf lifesaving club operates at nearby beaches, and the breakwall provides access to Pilot Beach and Camden Haven inlet. The village is connected to neighboring North Brother Mountain and Laurieton via local road networks, forming part of the broader Camden Haven community.
European settlement in the region began in the 19th century, initially driven by the timber-getting industry that utilized the Camden Haven River for transport. Over subsequent decades, the surrounding area transitioned from a resource-extraction economy toward agriculture, fishing, and eventually coastal tourism and residential settlement. While much of the built environment reflects modern suburban and coastal development, the locality retains a strong connection to its maritime heritage through its enduring relationship with the Camden Haven waterway.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 11 | 8 |
| Malicious damage to property | 11 | 7 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 8 | 11 |
| Fraud | 8 | 8 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 8 | 7 |
| Other theft | 8 | 5 |
| Steal from dwelling | 7 | 6 |
| Breach bail conditions | 5 | 11 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 5 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 4 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 4 | 4 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 15 |
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 3 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,619 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.