Woongarrah crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
225 recorded in this period, compared with 260 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Woongarrah
Woongarrah is a residential suburb located on the Central Coast of New South Wales, situated approximately 100 kilometres north of Sydney within the Central Coast Council local government area. The suburb is characterized by its proximity to Tuggerah Lake to the west and the coastal fringes to the east. The area has experienced significant expansion, evolving from a semi-rural landscape into a suburban community composed primarily of families and professionals drawn by modern housing developments.
The locality functions primarily as a residential hub, supported by local amenities including the Woongarrah Public School and various neighbourhood shopping facilities. It maintains strong connectivity to the broader Central Coast region via the nearby Pacific Highway and the M1 Motorway. While Woongarrah does not possess a major commercial centre, residents rely on the neighbouring suburbs of Wyong and Lake Haven for extensive retail, medical, and transport services, including access to the regional rail network.
Historically, the area was part of the traditional lands of the Darkinjung people. Following European settlement, the region was characterized by rural land use, with timber-getting and small-scale agriculture serving as the primary economic activities for much of the 19th and early 20th centuries. The suburb’s name is derived from an Aboriginal word, believed to mean "wild pigeon," reflecting the area's original natural environment. The transition from rural acreage to a planned suburban landscape began in the late 20th century, resulting in the contemporary residential profile seen today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 31 | 35 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 28 | 37 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 25 | 37 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 22 | 28 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 14 | 10 |
| Fraud | 14 | 6 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 11 | 14 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 9 | 24 |
| Sexual assault | 9 | 8 |
| Other theft | 8 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 7 | 7 |
| Arson | 6 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 6 | 12 |
| Steal from dwelling | 6 | 4 |
| Other offences | 4 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 4 | 7 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 3 | 1 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 8 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,962 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.