North Wollongong crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
541 recorded in this period, compared with 543 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About North Wollongong
North Wollongong is a coastal suburb located in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, situated within the City of Wollongong local government area and the 2500 postcode. Bounded by the Tasman Sea to the east and the Illawarra escarpment to the west, the locality is characterized by its prominent headlands, beaches, and urban-suburban residential mix. Demographically, the suburb accommodates a diverse population, comprising long-term residents, professionals, and a significant student cohort due to its proximity to the University of Wollongong.
The suburb serves as a key recreational and lifestyle hub for the region, anchored by North Wollongong Beach, Stuart Park, and the Blue Mile pathway, which supports swimming, surfing, cycling, and community events. Local amenities include a commercial strip along MacCabe Street and the surrounding area, featuring cafes, restaurants, and accommodation services that cater to both locals and tourists. Transport connectivity is facilitated via the Illawarra railway line through North Wollongong railway station, as well as local bus services linking the suburb to the Wollongong central business district.
Historically, the area developed in the 19th and early 20th centuries, transitioning from an industrial and maritime shipping zone—associated with the region's coal and steel industries—into a residential and recreational destination. Several heritage-listed sites and historic structures remain within the locality, reflecting its maritime past and the broader developmental history of the Illawarra coastal strip.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 165 | 143 |
| Malicious damage to property | 34 | 37 |
| Other theft | 34 | 32 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 31 | 25 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 26 | 17 |
| Steal from dwelling | 22 | 13 |
| Steal from retail store | 19 | 41 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 17 | 15 |
| Breach bail conditions | 13 | 18 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 13 | 9 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 13 | 13 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 13 | 12 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 13 | 14 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 12 | 10 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 12 | 20 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 12 | 13 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 11 | 19 |
| Sexual assault | 9 | 10 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,299 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.