Anambah crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
24 recorded in this period, compared with 5 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Anambah
Anambah is a semi-rural locality situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, within the City of Maitland local government area (postcode 2320). Positioned along the southern banks of the Hunter River floodplain, the geography of the area is predominantly flat and fertile, characterized by expansive agricultural lands, grazing properties, and pockets of native riparian vegetation. Due to its rural nature and susceptibility to periodic flooding from the Hunter River, the population is very small and dispersed, with residents primarily residing on large rural landholdings.
Local life and amenities in Anambah are strictly rural-agricultural, focusing on primary production such as cattle grazing, horse breeding, and fodder cropping. The locality has no commercial town center, retail precincts, or major public facilities of its own. Instead, residents rely entirely on the nearby regional hub of Maitland—located just a short drive to the east—for comprehensive shopping, healthcare, secondary education, and professional services. Transport connectivity is facilitated by rural roadways linking the area to the New England Highway network.
Historically, Anambah is significant for its early European settlement and agricultural development within the Hunter Valley. The area is notable for the historic Anambah homestead and estate, established in the 19th century, which played a prominent role in the region's pastoral history. The cultural landscape retains elements of this colonial past through historic farm infrastructure and homesteads, reflecting the enduring agricultural heritage of the Maitland district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 8 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 5 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Coercive Control | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 64 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.