Speers Point crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
185 recorded in this period, compared with 175 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Speers Point
Speers Point is a suburb located in the City of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, situated on the northern shore of Lake Macquarie. Positioned within the 2284 postcode, the suburb is characterized by its lakeside topography and proximity to the regional hub of Glendale. Demographically, it functions as a residential locality housing a mix of established families and long-term residents, benefiting from its strategic location between the urban centers of the Hunter Region and the natural recreational areas of the lake.
The area is defined by its significant public amenities, most notably the Speers Point Park. This expansive recreational space serves as a primary regional destination, featuring extensive parklands, picnic facilities, and the Multi-Arts Pavilion (MAP mima). The suburb also provides access to local shopping, sporting facilities, and lake-based activities, serving as a gateway to the broader Lake Macquarie aquatic network. Infrastructure within the suburb supports a suburban lifestyle with convenient road access to the Newcastle metropolitan area.
Historically, the area was part of the traditional lands of the Awabakal people before European settlement transformed the landscape for timber, coal mining, and agricultural pursuits throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries. The suburb takes its name from Benjamin Speer, an early landholder in the region. Over the decades, Speers Point transitioned from a semi-rural outpost into a fully integrated residential suburb, with its heritage reflected in the steady development of its lakeside infrastructure and local community landmarks.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 24 | 13 |
| Malicious damage to property | 20 | 26 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 19 | 20 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 14 | 13 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 13 | 7 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 10 | 13 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 9 | 10 |
| Steal from dwelling | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual assault | 8 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 7 | 9 |
| Other theft | 7 | 7 |
| Breach bail conditions | 6 | 8 |
| Fraud | 6 | 9 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 5 | 5 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 5 | 8 |
| Trespass | 4 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 1 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 3 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,400 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.