Seahampton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
13 recorded in this period, compared with 15 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Seahampton
Seahampton is a small, semi-rural locality situated within the City of Lake Macquarie local government area in New South Wales, holding the postcode 2286. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating terrain and significant forest cover, forming part of the broader Hunter Region landscape. The demographic profile is primarily residential, reflecting a quiet, suburban-fringe environment that offers proximity to the larger urban centers of Newcastle and Toronto while maintaining a distinct, low-density character.
The locality is primarily residential in function, with limited local commercial amenities, necessitating travel to neighboring suburbs for retail and professional services. Residents rely on the nearby road networks for access to essential infrastructure and schools in the wider Lake Macquarie district. Historically, the area developed in tandem with the region’s coal mining and timber industries, which defined much of the socio-economic trajectory of the Western Lake Macquarie region throughout the 19th and 20th centuries. Today, Seahampton serves as a residential enclave, transitioning from its industrial origins toward a focus on lifestyle and commuter-based living.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 3 | 2 |
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 6 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Dealing, trafficking in narcotics | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 292 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.