Williamtown crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
102 recorded in this period, compared with 96 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Williamtown
Williamtown is a locality situated within the Port Stephens Council area in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, holding the postcode 2318. Geographically, it is located on the low-lying coastal plains north of the Hunter River, characterized by proximity to the Pacific Ocean and extensive marshlands. The area is defined by its role as a strategic transport and defense hub, hosting the Newcastle Airport and the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Williamtown, which serves as the primary fighter base for the Australian Defence Force. Due to these facilities, the population is relatively transient and functionally integrated with the operational requirements of the airport and base.
Life in Williamtown is largely centered around its aviation infrastructure and the associated logistics and industrial support services. Amenities are primarily transit-oriented, catering to passengers and personnel, with limited residential services compared to nearby urban centers like Raymond Terrace or Newcastle. Historically, the area remained largely agricultural for much of the 19th and early 20th centuries. The landscape was fundamentally transformed during World War II with the establishment of the RAAF base in 1941, which catalyzed the region's development as a major military and aviation nexus.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 14 | 9 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 12 | 9 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 11 | 9 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 11 | 6 |
| Malicious damage to property | 7 | 8 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 7 | 2 |
| Fraud | 5 | 6 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 4 | 0 |
| Other theft | 4 | 4 |
| Other offences | 3 | 5 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 3 | 2 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 10 |
| Steal from retail store | 2 | 1 |
| Trespass | 2 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 762 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.