Aberdeen crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
142 recorded in this period, compared with 135 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Aberdeen
Aberdeen is a historic town located in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, situated within the Upper Hunter Shire local government area with the postcode 2336. Positioned on the banks of the Hunter River, the locality lies approximately 14 kilometers north of Muswellbrook and functions as a rural service center surrounded by agricultural lands, thoroughbred horse studs, and coal mining operations. According to recent Australian census data, Aberdeen maintains a stable rural-residential community.
The town provides essential local amenities to support its residents and the surrounding agricultural district. Local infrastructure includes a commercial shopping strip along the New England Highway—which bypasses the main town center—as well as primary schooling, sporting facilities, and healthcare services. Aberdeen railway station connects the locality to the Main Northern railway line, facilitating regional transit toward Newcastle and Sydney.
Established in the early 19th century, Aberdeen is one of the oldest European settlements in the Upper Hunter Valley, originally surveyed and named after the Scottish city of Aberdeen. The town retains a notable collection of colonial-era buildings and historic streetscapes that reflect its origins as a pastoral and meat-processing hub. This heritage is preserved through various local landmarks, contributing to the region's broader historical identity.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 18 | 29 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 15 | 15 |
| Fraud | 15 | 13 |
| Malicious damage to property | 13 | 16 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 7 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 6 | 5 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 6 | 4 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 6 | 2 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 6 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 6 | 7 |
| Other theft | 5 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 5 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 4 | 6 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 4 | 2 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 6 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 4 |
| Other offences | 3 | 3 |
| Liquor offences | 2 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,051 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.