Colo (Hawkesbury) crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 5 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Colo (Hawkesbury)
Colo is a rural locality situated in the Hawkesbury region of New South Wales, within the City of Hawkesbury local government area and bearing the postcode 2756. Geographically, the area is defined by its rugged topography, characterized by the rugged sandstone cliffs of the Wollemi and Yengo National Parks and the winding course of the Colo River. Demographically, Colo is sparsely populated, reflecting its remote bushland setting, with residents primarily engaged in agriculture, local services, and acreage living.
Local life in Colo is centered around the natural environment, with the Colo River serving as a focal point for recreational activities such as swimming, kayaking, and camping. Due to its rural nature, commercial amenities within the locality are limited, and residents generally rely on nearby towns such as Wilberforce, Windsor, and Richmond for major retail, educational, and healthcare services. The Singleton Road and Putty Road provide the primary transport corridors connecting the scattered community to the broader Hawkesbury and Hunter regions.
Historically, the Colo district is tied to early European exploration and settlement along the Hawkesbury River network during the early 19th century. The traditional custodians of the land are the Darkinjung and Dharug peoples, who utilized the rich river valleys and surrounding bushland for thousands of years prior to European colonization. The region's history is preserved through its pastoral heritage, historic homesteads, and the enduring geographical names that mark the routes forged by early settlers into the rugged interior of New South Wales.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 1 |
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.