Woonona crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
576 recorded in this period, compared with 576 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Woonona
Woonona is a northern coastal suburb of Wollongong, New South Wales, situated between the Illawarra Escarpment and the Tasman Sea. Part of the City of Wollongong local government area (postcode 2517), the suburb features a mix of residential zones, pockets of bushland, and a prominent beachfront. Demographically, it is a predominantly residential area characterized by a stable population of families and professionals, serving as a commuter hub for those working within the Wollongong metropolitan area and Greater Sydney.
The suburb offers a range of local amenities, including the Woonona Shopping Centre, various schools, and significant recreational facilities such as Woonona Beach, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, and multiple sporting grounds. Historically, the area was shaped by the coal mining industry, which drove early settlement and infrastructure development in the 19th and early 20th centuries. While its industrial roots remain a part of its cultural heritage, Woonona has transitioned into a suburban community that retains several historical buildings and landmarks reflecting its progression from a mining outpost to a contemporary residential coastal locality.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 100 | 113 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 46 | 36 |
| Malicious damage to property | 45 | 43 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 42 | 34 |
| Breach bail conditions | 36 | 26 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 34 | 36 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 30 | 11 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 25 | 38 |
| Fraud | 22 | 36 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 21 | 26 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 21 | 22 |
| Sexual assault | 21 | 10 |
| Steal from dwelling | 21 | 19 |
| Other theft | 14 | 23 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 11 | 18 |
| Steal from retail store | 10 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 9 | 8 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 9 | 9 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 12,374 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.