Sandgate crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
139 recorded in this period, compared with 141 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Sandgate
Sandgate (postcode 2304) is a suburb located within the City of Newcastle in New South Wales, situated approximately 10 kilometres northwest of the Newcastle central business district. Geographically, it is bounded to the north by the Hunter River and to the south by the Hunter Wetlands National Park. The suburb is characterized by its low-lying topography and proximity to transport infrastructure, including the Main North railway line and the Pacific Highway. It functions as a transitional zone between Newcastle’s industrial western suburbs and the surrounding wetlands.
The area is primarily residential, featuring a collection of low-density housing and the Sandgate Cemetery, one of the largest burial grounds in the Newcastle region. Residents typically rely on neighboring localities such as Shortland or Wallsend for retail and commercial services. The Sandgate railway station serves as a key commuter link for the Hunter Line, connecting the suburb to the Newcastle Interchange and the Hunter Valley. Historically, development was tied to the expansion of the northern railway corridor in the late 19th century. The cemetery, established in 1881, acts as a significant historical anchor for the area.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 63 | 42 |
| Malicious damage to property | 9 | 7 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 8 | 8 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 8 | 4 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 8 | 10 |
| Other theft | 8 | 5 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 5 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 5 | 12 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 9 |
| Other offences | 3 | 2 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 3 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 3 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 1 |
| Steal from retail store | 2 | 3 |
| Arson | 1 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 6 |
| Fraud | 1 | 4 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 276 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.