Toukley crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1,052 recorded in this period, compared with 940 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Toukley
Toukley is a suburb situated on the Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia, located within the Central Coast Council local government area and designated by the postcode 2263. Geographically, it occupies a narrow isthmus of land nestled between Tuggerah Lake to the west and Budgewoi Lake to the east, with the Pacific Ocean located just to the east at Canton Beach and Norah Head. The suburb serves as a regional hub for the northern Central Coast, and its population is characterized by a mix of long-term residents, retirees, and families, supported by residential developments and significant waterfront access.
The locality functions as a primary commercial center for the surrounding northern peninsula, hosting a variety of amenities including shopping centers, medical facilities, and professional services. Recreational life is largely centered around water-based activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming, bolstered by proximity to both lakefront parks and nearby coastal beaches. Historically, the area was originally inhabited by the Guringai people before European settlement, which began in the 19th century with timber-getting and farming. Over the 20th century, Toukley transitioned from a quiet rural outpost into a popular tourist and residential destination, with its name believed to be derived from an Aboriginal word meaning "rough" or "stony ground."
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 490 | 349 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 89 | 81 |
| Malicious damage to property | 54 | 48 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 45 | 52 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 38 | 68 |
| Steal from retail store | 37 | 36 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 36 | 37 |
| Fraud | 29 | 34 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 20 | 16 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 19 | 28 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 16 | 15 |
| Trespass | 16 | 17 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 14 | 16 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 14 | 10 |
| Steal from dwelling | 13 | 11 |
| Other theft | 12 | 11 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 12 | 9 |
| Other offences | 11 | 4 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,557 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.