Whitebridge crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
104 recorded in this period, compared with 113 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Whitebridge
Whitebridge is a residential suburb located in the City of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, positioned approximately 12 kilometres southwest of the Newcastle central business district. The suburb is characterized by its hilly topography and proximity to the Pacific Ocean, situated just inland from the coastal cliffs of Dudley and Redhead. Demographically, the area is primarily residential, housing a population that trends towards families and professionals who commute to the nearby employment hubs of Charlestown and Newcastle.
The local community is centered around a small commercial strip along Dudley Road, which provides essential services, local retail outlets, and cafes for residents. The suburb is well-integrated into the broader Lake Macquarie transport network, with close proximity to the Charlestown Square shopping precinct and various recreational facilities. Education is supported by Whitebridge High School, a significant local institution that serves the surrounding region.
Historically, the area formed part of the broader development of the Hunter Region’s coal mining landscape during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. While the suburb has transitioned into a contemporary residential locality, its name reflects the region's industrial heritage, specifically referencing the white-painted wooden bridge that once spanned the local creek lines during the early development phase of the area’s infrastructure.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 12 | 21 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 10 | 7 |
| Malicious damage to property | 10 | 7 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 9 | 3 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 9 | 8 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 8 | 16 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 8 | 16 |
| Steal from dwelling | 6 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 4 | 8 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 4 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 1 |
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Other drug offences | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 4 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,900 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.