Cambewarra Village crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 17 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Cambewarra Village
Cambewarra Village is a semi-rural locality situated in the City of Shoalhaven local government area of New South Wales, bearing the postcode 2540. Located approximately 8 kilometres north of Nowra, the village sits at the southern foothills of the Cambewarra Range. The surrounding geography is defined by undulating agricultural land, forested mountain slopes, and scenic pastoral views. Demographically, it functions primarily as a quiet residential and lifestyle community, housing a population that relies heavily on nearby Nowra for major commercial, educational, and employment services.
Local life in Cambewarra Village centres around a tight-knit community atmosphere, supported by a small selection of local amenities. The village features a local primary school, a community hall, sports fields, and a general store that serves as a focal point for residents. The nearby Cambewarra Mountain provides recreational opportunities, including lookouts, walking tracks, and bushwalking within the surrounding nature reserves, attracting both locals and visitors seeking outdoor activities.
European history in the area dates back to the early 19th century, driven by cedar-cutters and subsequent agricultural settlement. The name "Cambewarra" is derived from an Aboriginal word. The region's historical significance is preserved through various heritage elements, including older homesteads and the remnants of early pioneering infrastructure associated with the timber and dairy industries that historically underpinned the local economy.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 3 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,211 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.