Woodberry crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
343 recorded in this period, compared with 282 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Woodberry
Woodberry is a residential suburb situated within the City of Maitland local government area in New South Wales, holding the postcode 2322. Geographically, it is located on the eastern periphery of the Maitland district, positioned near the Hunter River floodplain. The area is characterized primarily by low-density suburban housing and is bordered by the suburbs of Beresfield and Tarro. Demographic data indicates a population comprised largely of families and long-term residents who benefit from the suburb’s proximity to major transport corridors, including the Pacific Highway and the New England Highway.
The suburb functions as a quiet residential enclave, with local amenities focused on basic daily needs and community recreation. It features neighborhood parks and small-scale commercial facilities, though residents typically rely on the nearby service centers of Maitland or the Newcastle metropolitan area for comprehensive retail, health, and secondary educational services. Woodberry has evolved from its mid-20th-century roots as part of the broader post-war expansion of the Hunter Region, transitioning from semi-rural land to an established residential community. Its history reflects the region's broader development trends, serving as a dormitory suburb that supports the local Maitland workforce.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 50 | 42 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 49 | 24 |
| Malicious damage to property | 31 | 35 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 27 | 32 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 21 | 24 |
| Breach bail conditions | 19 | 18 |
| Sexual assault | 19 | 10 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 17 | 10 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 15 | 7 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 13 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 10 | 12 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 9 | 10 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 8 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 6 | 2 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 5 | 4 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 10 |
| Arson | 4 | 1 |
| Fraud | 4 | 9 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,024 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.