Broughton Vale crime statistics

About Broughton Vale

Broughton Vale is a rural locality situated in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, within the 2535 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating green hills, pastoral land, and valleys framed by the steep sandstone escarpments of the Great Dividing Range. It is primarily a low-density residential and agricultural district, sharing close geographic and economic ties with the nearby township of Berry.

Local life in Broughton Vale is defined by a quiet, rural lifestyle with an emphasis on agriculture, boutique farming, and acreage living. The locality functions largely as a residential and natural retreat, lacking major commercial hubs, meaning residents rely on nearby Berry for retail, professional services, schooling, and healthcare amenities. Natural features and rural tourism, including bed-and-breakfast accommodations and scenic views, contribute to the local economy.

Historically, the area was established in the 19th century as part of the wider expansion of the Shoalhaven district, initially driven by cedar-cutting, dairy farming, and agriculture. The locality derives its name from the Broughton family and the surrounding valley landscape. While few large-scale historic commercial buildings remain in the valley itself, the broader region retains a strong heritage connection to early European settlement and agricultural development in the South Coast region.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · SAL 10603
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections