The Entrance North crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
104 recorded in this period, compared with 124 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About The Entrance North
The Entrance North is a coastal suburb located within the Central Coast Council local government area in New South Wales, occupying the northern tip of the peninsula that separates Tuggerah Lake from the Pacific Ocean. Geographically, it is bounded by the ocean to the east and the lake to the west, creating a narrow strip of land characterized by its maritime climate and proximity to the channel entrance. Demographically, the suburb functions primarily as a quiet residential area, featuring a mix of permanent dwellings and holiday homes that support a smaller population compared to its busier neighbor, The Entrance.
The area is primarily residential, offering a relaxed lifestyle focused on outdoor recreation such as fishing, surfing, and coastal walking trails. Amenities are relatively limited within the suburb itself, with residents typically traveling south to The Entrance or north toward Noraville for major retail, dining, and professional services. While it lacks a large commercial hub, its location provides immediate access to the Tuggerah Lake foreshore and the North Entrance Beach, the latter being patrolled during peak summer months.
Historically, the region was traditionally inhabited by the Darkinjung people, who utilized the abundant resources of the lake and coastline. Following European settlement, the development of the broader peninsula was initially slow due to its isolation, later expanding as the Central Coast became a popular destination for tourism and permanent coastal living throughout the 20th century. Today, The Entrance North remains a relatively tranquil pocket of the region, retaining its character as a coastal enclave despite the growth of the surrounding Central Coast corridor.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 15 | 8 |
| Malicious damage to property | 13 | 11 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 11 | 18 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 6 | 7 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 6 | 3 |
| Other theft | 6 | 5 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 6 | 15 |
| Fraud | 5 | 5 |
| Breach bail conditions | 4 | 5 |
| Other offences | 4 | 2 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 9 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 3 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 5 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,619 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.