Warabrook crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
216 recorded in this period, compared with 182 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Warabrook
Warabrook is a residential suburb located approximately 8 kilometres northwest of the Newcastle central business district in New South Wales. Situated within the City of Newcastle local government area (postcode 2304), the suburb is defined by its proximity to the Hunter River wetlands and its largely modern suburban landscape. According to Australian Bureau of Statistics data, the locality is characterized by a mix of young families and professionals, benefiting from its strategic position near major transport corridors, including the main northern railway line and arterial roads connecting Newcastle to the Hunter Valley.
Local life in Warabrook is centered around its integration with the surrounding natural environment and proximity to the University of Newcastle’s Callaghan campus. The suburb features planned residential estates, public reserves, and walking trails that provide access to the nearby wetlands. While Warabrook itself is primarily residential, residents rely on the surrounding suburbs of Mayfield and Jesmond for retail services, healthcare, and primary education. Historically, the area was part of the wider industrial and agricultural development of the Hunter region; however, its transformation into a structured residential community occurred during the late 20th century. Consequently, Warabrook lacks significant colonial-era landmarks, instead serving as a contemporary example of Newcastle’s urban expansion into former fringe lands.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 89 | 56 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 16 | 6 |
| Malicious damage to property | 12 | 9 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 11 | 9 |
| Other theft | 9 | 3 |
| Steal from retail store | 9 | 23 |
| Fraud | 8 | 8 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 6 | 6 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 6 | 12 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6 | 7 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 5 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 5 | 6 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 5 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 4 | 1 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 2 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 3 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 4 |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 2 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,982 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.