Wyoming crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
590 recorded in this period, compared with 574 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wyoming
Wyoming is a residential suburb located in the Central Coast region of New South Wales, situated approximately 4 kilometers northeast of the Gosford central business district. Part of the Central Coast Council local government area, the suburb occupies a valley setting characterized by undulating terrain and proximity to the Brisbane Water National Park. Demographically, Wyoming serves as a significant residential hub for the region, housing a diverse population that includes families and commuters who take advantage of its central location within the urban corridor.
The suburb functions as a localized commercial and service center, anchored by the Wyoming Shopping Village and proximity to major medical facilities, including Gosford Hospital. Residents have access to a range of educational institutions, such as Wyoming Public School and various secondary options in the nearby Gosford area. Infrastructure in the locality is primarily residential, supported by local bus networks that connect the suburb to the main Northern Line railway at Gosford station, facilitating transit toward Sydney and Newcastle.
Historically, the area was once part of the broader agricultural and timber-getting expanse of the Brisbane Water district. The name "Wyoming" is attributed to the estate of Edward Pierson Ramsay, a noted 19th-century zoologist and curator of the Australian Museum, who established a homestead in the area. Throughout the 20th century, the suburb transitioned from rural holdings into a suburban residential zone as part of the rapid expansion of the Central Coast, maintaining its character as an established neighborhood with a blend of mid-century and contemporary housing stock.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 74 | 65 |
| Fraud | 68 | 31 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 52 | 30 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 51 | 51 |
| Malicious damage to property | 51 | 62 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 37 | 36 |
| Steal from retail store | 29 | 17 |
| Breach bail conditions | 28 | 16 |
| Sexual assault | 26 | 28 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 23 | 37 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 22 | 28 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 20 | 12 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 16 | 20 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 10 | 15 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 9 | 18 |
| Steal from dwelling | 9 | 13 |
| Other theft | 8 | 6 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 8 | 8 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 10,111 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.