West Gosford crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
483 recorded in this period, compared with 530 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About West Gosford
West Gosford is a suburb of the Central Coast region of New South Wales, situated approximately 75 kilometres north of Sydney. It serves as a primary commercial and industrial hub within the Central Coast Council local government area. The suburb’s geography is defined by its position at the western end of Brisbane Water, featuring a mix of low-lying floodplains and rising residential terrain. Demographically, the area hosts a diverse population, supporting a blend of light industrial zones, major retail precincts, and established residential pockets.
The locality functions as a key economic node, anchored by a large shopping complex, a variety of bulky goods retailers, and numerous automotive services along the Central Coast Highway. Residents have access to comprehensive infrastructure, including proximity to the Gosford central business district and the nearby Point Clare railway station. The suburb is also home to the regional botanical gardens, which provide significant green space and conservation areas for the local community.
Historically, West Gosford evolved from an area primarily used for agricultural and timber-getting purposes in the 19th century into the suburban and commercial center it is today. The area’s heritage is linked to the broader development of the Brisbane Water district, with its strategic position along the main transport corridors facilitating its mid-20th-century expansion. While modern development has altered much of its early landscape, the suburb remains a vital link in the regional integration of the Central Coast.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 88 | 87 |
| Steal from retail store | 84 | 85 |
| Malicious damage to property | 30 | 38 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 28 | 23 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 27 | 27 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 26 | 36 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 22 | 18 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 19 | 3 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 18 | 18 |
| Other theft | 18 | 26 |
| Breach bail conditions | 12 | 20 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 11 | 8 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 11 | 9 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 10 | 12 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 8 | 9 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 8 | 14 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 7 | 7 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 6 | 18 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,602 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.