San Remo crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
504 recorded in this period, compared with 461 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About San Remo
San Remo is a coastal suburb located within the Central Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, holding the postcode 2262. Situated on the northern end of the Tuggerah Lake peninsula, the suburb is geographically defined by its proximity to the lake’s shoreline and its position between the Pacific Ocean and the lake. Demographically, the area is primarily residential, characterized by a mix of established family dwellings and suburban housing developments that cater to a steady population drawn to the region's lakeside lifestyle.
Local life in San Remo is centered around community-focused amenities, including the San Remo Shopping Village and proximity to local primary schools. The area is largely suburban in nature, benefiting from its relative ease of access to the larger hubs of Wyong and Toukley. Residents have direct access to recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and walking tracks along the Tuggerah Lake foreshore. While the suburb maintains a quiet residential character, it remains well-connected to broader Central Coast infrastructure and transport networks.
Historically, the area was part of the traditional lands of the Darkinjung people. European settlement in the wider region began with land grants in the 19th century, though significant development of San Remo as a residential locality occurred during the mid-to-late 20th century, mirroring the broader suburban expansion of the Central Coast. The development of the suburb was shaped by its transition from rural and lakeside landholdings to a modern dormitory suburb, reflecting the demographic shifts and the growth of the Central Coast as a residential alternative to the Sydney metropolitan area.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 65 | 61 |
| Steal from retail store | 61 | 64 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 55 | 50 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 47 | 41 |
| Malicious damage to property | 44 | 34 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 35 | 29 |
| Breach bail conditions | 30 | 16 |
| Fraud | 28 | 36 |
| Sexual assault | 15 | 13 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 12 | 9 |
| Other theft | 10 | 3 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 9 | 14 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 8 | 6 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 8 | 11 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 8 | 8 |
| Criminal intent | 6 | 3 |
| Other offences | 6 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 6 | 8 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,434 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.