Burrier crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 6 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Burrier
Burrier is a rural locality situated in the City of Shoalhaven local government area of New South Wales, within the 2540 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by its bushland setting, rugged terrain, and proximity to the Shoalhaven River, which defines much of its northern boundary. Due to its remote and heavily vegetated landscape, the population is very small and primarily dispersed across acreage and rural properties, contributing to a quiet, low-density demographic profile.
Local life in Burrier is defined by its natural environment, offering a secluded lifestyle centered around outdoor recreation such as bushwalking, fishing, and river activities. Because of its rural-residential nature, the locality has minimal commercial amenities, relying instead on nearby urban centers like Nowra—located a short drive to the east—for retail, healthcare, education, and municipal services.
Historically, the area developed through a combination of agriculture, timber-getting, and river-based transport, reflecting the broader settlement patterns of the Shoalhaven region. Heritage values in the locality are largely tied to its historical associations with early European exploration, industry along the Shoalhaven River, and the traditional custodianship of the land by local Indigenous peoples.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 70 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.