Sancrox crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
19 recorded in this period, compared with 35 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Sancrox
Sancrox (postcode 2446) is a rural-residential locality situated in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, within the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council local government area. Positioned approximately 12 kilometers west of Port Macquarie, the area is characterized by undulating topography, native bushland, and cleared agricultural paddocks. It serves as a commuter locality for the nearby regional hub of Port Macquarie, housing residents who favor semi-rural living while maintaining access to coastal services.
The locality functions as a quiet residential and lifestyle precinct with limited commercial infrastructure, relying on nearby settlements like Wauchope and Port Macquarie for major amenities. Development is largely defined by low-density housing and hobby farms, with transport access facilitated by the Oxley Highway. Historically, Sancrox was part of the broader agricultural expansion of the Hastings Valley, utilized for timber harvesting and small-scale farming. The area has transitioned from its pastoral origins toward a residential fringe, balancing the preservation of rural landscapes with the requirements of an expanding population.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 11 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 6 |
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 2 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 602 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.