Batehaven crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
181 recorded in this period, compared with 234 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Batehaven
Batehaven is a coastal residential locality in the Eurobodalla Shire of New South Wales, situated within the 2536 postcode district. Located just south of Batemans Bay on the NSW South Coast, the area is characterised by a mix of coastal geography, featuring elevated residential ridges overlooking sheltered beaches and the waters of the Tollgate Islands nature reserve. According to demographic data, the locality functions primarily as a residential and retirement hub, experiencing an influx of visitors and holidaymakers during peak tourism seasons.
Local life in Batehaven is centered around community amenities that support both residents and the regional tourism industry. The locality features a local commercial strip providing essential retail, dining, and professional services, complemented by proximity to the broader commercial hub of Batemans Bay. Outdoor recreation is a primary focus of the area, with local access to beaches such as Corrigans Beach and Sunshine Bay, which offer facilities for swimming, fishing, and picnicking.
Prior to European settlement, the region was traditionally inhabited by the Yuin people, who maintained a rich connection to the marine and forest resources of the South Coast. Eurobodalla Shire's European history largely developed around maritime trade, timber getting, and agriculture before transitioning toward tourism and residential development in the 20th century. Batehaven grew as part of this coastal expansion, evolving from a quiet holiday camping destination into a permanent residential suburb of the greater Batemans Bay urban area.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 17 | 14 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 16 | 27 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 12 | 19 |
| Other theft | 12 | 10 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 11 | 9 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 11 | 16 |
| Steal from dwelling | 10 | 6 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 9 | 27 |
| Fraud | 8 | 4 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 8 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 8 | 10 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 7 | 7 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 7 | 7 |
| Trespass | 6 | 16 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 5 | 1 |
| Other drug offences | 5 | 3 |
| Other offences | 4 | 6 |
| Sexual assault | 4 | 6 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,911 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.