Cudmirrah crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
10 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Cudmirrah
Cudmirrah is a coastal locality in the City of Shoalhaven local government area of New South Wales, holding the postcode 2540. Situated south of Sussex Inlet, the area is geographically defined by its natural surroundings, bounded by the Tasman Sea to the east and the tranquil waters of Yatte Yitty Lake and Swan Lake to the west. The local population is small, typical of a quiet coastal village, with demographic patterns reflecting a high proportion of holiday homes alongside a permanent residential community.
Local life in Cudmirrah is centered around outdoor recreation, nature conservation, and tourism. The locality features extensive native bushland, pristine surf beaches, and coastal dune systems. Swan Lake provides a popular destination for swimming, fishing, and non-motorized water sports. Due to its residential and low-key nature, commercial amenities within Cudmirrah are minimal, with residents relying heavily on the neighboring township of Sussex Inlet for primary retail, educational, and medical services.
The history of Cudmirrah is closely tied to the traditional custodianship of the Indigenous Yuin people, who utilized the abundant coastal and lake resources. European settlement in the wider Shoalhaven region initially focused on timber-getting, fishing, and agriculture. Over the 20th century, Cudmirrah gradually transitioned from an isolated bush and fishing retreat into a protected residential and holiday settlement, with development strictly managed to preserve its significant environmental attributes and coastal biodiversity.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 284 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.