Berrima crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
18 recorded in this period, compared with 19 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Berrima
Berrima is a historic village located in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, within the Wingecarribee Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2577. Situated south-west of Sydney on the banks of the Wingecarribee River, the locality functions primarily as a residential, tourist, and rural hub. It features a cool temperate climate typical of the Southern Highlands and maintains a relatively small, semi-rural population characterized by a mix of long-term residents and professionals.
The local economy of Berrima is largely driven by heritage tourism, boutique retail, hospitality, and local services. The village centre features colonial-era sandstone buildings housing cafes, craft shops, bookshops, and historic pubs, attracting visitors from Sydney, Canberra, and surrounding regional areas. Essential amenities include local primary schooling, community halls, and sporting facilities, while more comprehensive commercial, medical, and educational services are accessed in the nearby larger towns of Bowral and Moss Vale.
Established in the 1830s as a strategic administrative and judicial centre on the road from Sydney to Melbourne, Berrima is a significant heritage site. Its prominent historical landmarks include the Berrima Courthouse, Holy Trinity Church, and the Berrima Correctional Centre. Many of the town's original public and private buildings remain intact, leading to its classification as a heritage conservation area.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 3 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 0 |
| Arson | 2 | 1 |
| Liquor offences | 2 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 3 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 813 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.