Couridjah crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
9 recorded in this period, compared with 12 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Couridjah
Couridjah is a small rural locality situated in the Macarthur region of New South Wales, within the Wollondilly Shire local government area and the 2571 postcode. Located approximately 90 kilometres southwest of the Sydney central business district, the area is characterised by a semi-rural landscape comprising native bushland, semi-cleared acreage, and low-density residential properties. Due to its small population, demographic data for Couridjah is often combined with neighbouring rural localities in the Greater Macarthur region.
Local life in Couridjah is defined by a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle with limited commercial amenities, relying instead on nearby larger service hubs such as Thirlmere and Picton for retail, schools, and medical services. The locality is primarily residential and agricultural, appealing to residents seeking a rural environment while maintaining regional connectivity. Transport links are facilitated by local roads connecting to the wider Wollondilly road network, and the area forms part of the scenic hinterland surrounding the Thirlmere Lakes National Park.
Historically, the development of Couridjah was closely tied to the expansion of the Main Southern railway line during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The locality is perhaps best known for the Couridjah railway station, a heritage-listed site constructed to serve the surrounding pastoral and timber-getting industries. Today, the heritage infrastructure remains a point of local interest, historically linked to the operations of the nearby NSW Rail Museum at Thirlmere, preserving the area's significant transport and industrial heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 4 |
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 282 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.