Palmdale crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
12 recorded in this period, compared with 5 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Palmdale
Palmdale is a semi-rural and residential locality situated in the Central Coast region of New South Wales, within the postcode 2258 and the Central Coast Council local government area. Geographically, the area is characterized by a mix of undulating bushland, cleared acreage, and pockets of residential development. As a small community within the broader Central Coast hinterland, Palmdale maintains a quiet, low-density population profile, serving primarily as a residential buffer between busier commercial hubs while retaining a distinct semi-rural atmosphere.
Local life and amenities in Palmdale are largely oriented around peaceful, community-focused acreage living, with residents relying on neighboring suburbs such as Ourimbah and Wyong for major retail, educational, and commercial services. The locality is perhaps best known regionally for hosting the Palmdale Lawn Cemetery and Memorial Park, a significant memorial and cremation facility that serves the wider Central Coast community. Natural features, including local waterways and native vegetation corridors, support outdoor appreciation and contribute to the area's tranquil environment.
Historically, the broader Wyong and Central Coast region was originally inhabited by the Darkinjung people, who maintained a rich cultural connection to the land and its resources. European settlement in the nineteenth century initially drove timber-getting, agriculture, and later infrastructure development, such as the expansion of the Main Northern railway line through the neighboring valley. Over time, localities like Palmdale transitioned from early rural and forestry uses into a contemporary semi-rural residential community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other theft | 5 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 95 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.