Bilpin crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
23 recorded in this period, compared with 22 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bilpin
Bilpin is a rural locality situated in the Blue Mountains region of New South Wales, within the City of Hawkesbury local government area (postcode 2758). Positioned along the Bells Line of Road, the area is characterised by its upland geographic setting, rich volcanic soils, and a cooler climate compared to the surrounding lowlands. According to the 2021 Australian census, Bilpin recorded a small, dispersed population living across agricultural properties and semi-rural residential acreage.
The local economy and community life are heavily anchored in horticulture, earning Bilpin the moniker "Land of the Mountain Apple." The region is widely recognised for its commercial orchards, fruit-picking operations, roadside farm gates, and cider production. Beyond agriculture, amenities are modest, consisting primarily of local businesses catering to residents and the tourist traffic travelling between Sydney and the central Blue Mountains.
European settlement in the area dates back to the early 19th century, with the route now known as the Bells Line of Road established following an exploration led by Archibald Bell Jr. in 1823. Fruit growing emerged as the dominant industry in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as settlers cleared the land. The locality has periodically faced significant environmental challenges, notably severe bushfires that impacted its landscape, orchards, and local infrastructure.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 4 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 3 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 3 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 4 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 6 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 653 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.