Watanobbi crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
387 recorded in this period, compared with 312 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Watanobbi
Watanobbi is a suburb located within the Central Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, carrying the postcode 2259. Situated in the Wyong district, the locality is primarily characterized by residential housing developments and pockets of remnant native vegetation. Demographically, it serves as a commuter suburb for the broader Central Coast region, reflecting a mix of families and established households typical of the area’s suburban growth corridors.
The locality is primarily residential, with limited local commercial facilities, relying on the nearby major commercial hubs of Wyong and Tuggerah for extensive retail, dining, and professional services. Residents have access to local parklands and community spaces, with connectivity provided by the regional road network, including the Pacific Highway. Education and public transport links are integrated with the surrounding suburbs, facilitating access to regional train services and schools within the wider Wyong Shire.
Historically, the area was part of the broader agricultural and timber-getting landscape of the Wyong hinterland before undergoing suburban subdivision in the late 20th century. While Watanobbi lacks significant heritage-listed industrial or architectural landmarks, its development reflects the rapid expansion of the Central Coast during the 1980s and 1990s, transitioning the landscape from rural acreage to a planned suburban environment.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 58 | 43 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 41 | 51 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 37 | 29 |
| Malicious damage to property | 37 | 44 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 35 | 10 |
| Fraud | 29 | 19 |
| Breach bail conditions | 23 | 29 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 19 | 7 |
| Sexual assault | 15 | 13 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 13 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 13 | 20 |
| Steal from dwelling | 10 | 5 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 9 | 8 |
| Trespass | 8 | 0 |
| Other offences | 7 | 5 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 6 | 4 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 4 | 3 |
| Criminal intent | 3 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,980 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.