Tighes Hill crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
162 recorded in this period, compared with 157 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tighes Hill
Tighes Hill is a riverside suburb located 4 kilometres northwest of the Newcastle central business district in New South Wales. Situated within the City of Newcastle local government area and encompassing the postcode 2297, the suburb is bounded to the north and east by the Hunter River and Throsby Creek. Demographically, Tighes Hill is characterized by a mix of long-term residents and younger professionals attracted to its proximity to the city and the University of Newcastle. The area retains a distinct residential character, with narrow streets and a high concentration of traditional Federation and Victorian-era cottages.
The suburb offers a range of local amenities, including the Tighes Hill Public School and several small-scale parks, such as the expansive Tighes Hill Dog Park along the waterfront. The locality is well-connected to public transport via local bus networks and cycling paths that link to the Newcastle CBD and nearby suburbs like Islington and Mayfield. Historically, Tighes Hill was developed in the late 19th century to support the burgeoning industrial workforce of the region, specifically those employed at the nearby BHP steelworks and port facilities. Today, it is recognized for its preserved heritage streetscapes and its evolution from a working-class industrial hub into a sought-after inner-city residential enclave.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other theft | 24 | 22 |
| Malicious damage to property | 20 | 23 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 19 | 5 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 16 | 16 |
| Fraud | 13 | 8 |
| Steal from dwelling | 8 | 8 |
| Steal from retail store | 7 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 6 | 13 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 5 | 1 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 4 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 8 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 5 |
| Other drug offences | 3 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 8 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 4 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,801 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.