Benandarah crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
6 recorded in this period, compared with 13 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Benandarah
Benandarah is a rural locality situated in the Eurobodalla Shire of New South Wales, within the 2536 postcode. Geographically, it is positioned north of Batemans Bay, characterized by a mix of native bushland, state forest, and rural-residential properties. Demographically, the population is small, reflecting a quiet, low-density settlement pattern typical of the coastal hinterland region on the NSW South Coast.
The area functions primarily as a residential and natural enclave, with local life centered around the surrounding natural environment, including access to nearby Eurobodalla National Park and the Clyde River catchment. While Benandarah itself has limited commercial amenities, residents rely on the nearby commercial and service hubs of Batemans Bay and North Batemans Bay for retail, healthcare, education, and employment. The Princes Highway traverses the locality, providing regional transport connectivity.
Historically, the region's development was tied to the timber industry, agriculture, and maritime transport along the South Coast. The landscape bears the historical footprint of early European settlement, land clearing, and forestry operations. In more recent decades, Benandarah has experienced managed rural-residential growth while retaining its predominantly forested character.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 2 | 4 |
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 165 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.