Windang crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
148 recorded in this period, compared with 148 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Windang
Windang is a coastal suburb located in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, situated within the City of Wollongong local government area (postcode 2528). Geographically, it occupies a narrow peninsula bounded by the Tasman Sea to the east and the southern shores of Lake Illawarra to the west. It is connected to the suburb of Warrawong by the Windang Bridge, which crosses the lake’s entrance. Demographically, the suburb is characterized by a mix of permanent residential housing and seasonal holiday accommodation, reflecting its position as a gateway to both lake-based recreational activities and ocean beaches.
The local lifestyle is defined by water-centric recreation, including fishing, boating, surfing, and kiteboarding, supported by the Windang Boat Ramp and several public reserves along the foreshore. Amenities in the suburb include a small shopping precinct along Windang Road, primary schooling, and various surf life saving and sporting clubs. The area serves as a significant tourist destination during summer months, contributing to a seasonal fluctuation in local population density.
Historically, the area was significant to the Wodi Wodi people, the traditional custodians of the Illawarra, who utilized the abundant resources of the lake and coastline. European settlement in the region began in the 19th century, with early land use focused primarily on agriculture and timber-getting. The suburb’s identity transitioned throughout the 20th century from a rural locality to a residential and recreational hub, with the completion of the Windang Bridge in 1972 serving as a critical piece of infrastructure that facilitated greater accessibility to the broader Wollongong metropolitan area.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 18 | 16 |
| Malicious damage to property | 15 | 8 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 12 | 8 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 12 | 16 |
| Breach bail conditions | 8 | 4 |
| Sexual assault | 8 | 4 |
| Steal from dwelling | 8 | 7 |
| Fraud | 7 | 19 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 7 | 7 |
| Other offences | 7 | 15 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 7 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 5 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 8 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 4 | 1 |
| Other theft | 4 | 7 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 2 |
| Liquor offences | 3 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 3 | 5 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,610 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.