Wickham crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1,878 recorded in this period, compared with 1,406 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wickham
Wickham is an inner-city suburb of Newcastle, New South Wales, located approximately two kilometers northwest of the Newcastle central business district. Situated on the southern bank of Newcastle Harbour, it is part of the City of Newcastle local government area and shares the 2293 postcode with the neighboring suburb of Tighes Hill. The area is characterized by a mix of flat, low-lying reclaimed land, historically serving as a hub for maritime and industrial activity due to its strategic waterfront position.
The suburb has undergone significant urban renewal, transitioning from a primarily industrial precinct to a residential and commercial area featuring modern high-density apartments and adaptive reuse projects. Residents have access to the Newcastle Interchange, which serves as a major multimodal transport hub connecting the suburb to the broader Hunter region via light rail, train, and bus services. The locality is also defined by the Wickham Park and proximity to the scenic Throsby Creek waterfront, which offers cycling and pedestrian pathways.
Historically, Wickham was a cornerstone of Newcastle’s industrial economy, shaped heavily by the development of the Great Northern Railway and nearby coal shipping operations. During the 19th and early 20th centuries, the area supported a substantial workforce employed in the local wool stores, warehouses, and transport facilities. While many of the original industrial structures have been demolished or repurposed, the suburb retains traces of its working-class heritage, reflected in the architectural character of its remaining historic cottages and its evolving role within the post-industrial transformation of the Newcastle harbourfront.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 1,518 | 1,060 |
| Malicious damage to property | 50 | 35 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 33 | 37 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 26 | 15 |
| Other theft | 23 | 30 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 21 | 21 |
| Breach bail conditions | 19 | 10 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 18 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 17 | 23 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 15 | 9 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 14 | 19 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 14 | 7 |
| Steal from dwelling | 13 | 22 |
| Other offences | 10 | 16 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 10 | 13 |
| Fraud | 8 | 16 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 7 | 6 |
| Sexual assault | 6 | 4 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,637 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.