Wyee crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
250 recorded in this period, compared with 227 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wyee
Wyee is a semi-rural locality situated in the City of Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, positioned approximately 120 kilometres north of Sydney. Located within the 2259 postcode area, the suburb is defined by its transition from traditional agricultural and bushland landscapes to expanding residential developments. As of the 2021 Census, the area is home to a growing population drawn to its semi-rural character and accessibility to the surrounding Central Coast and Hunter regions.
Local life in Wyee is supported by the Wyee Shopping Village and proximity to the nearby township of Morisset, which provides comprehensive retail and professional services. The suburb is served by Wyee railway station on the Newcastle and Central Coast Line, facilitating commuter access to Sydney and Newcastle. Education and community needs are met by Wyee Public School and various recreational facilities, including local parks and sports fields that cater to the predominantly family-oriented demographic.
Historically, the area was developed as a small farming community and timber-getting settlement following the expansion of the Main Northern Railway line in the late 19th century. The name "Wyee" is derived from an Aboriginal word thought to mean "fire" or "to burn." While the locality has moved away from its primary reliance on forestry and agriculture, it retains a distinct community heritage characterized by its evolution from a remote rural outpost into a satellite residential suburb of the greater Lake Macquarie region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other theft | 23 | 5 |
| Malicious damage to property | 20 | 26 |
| Fraud | 19 | 24 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 18 | 9 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 18 | 16 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 17 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 15 | 17 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 13 | 41 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 12 | 13 |
| Steal from dwelling | 11 | 9 |
| Arson | 7 | 9 |
| Breach bail conditions | 7 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 7 | 13 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 7 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 6 | 9 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6 | 8 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 6 | 3 |
| Trespass | 6 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,909 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.