Darlington (Singleton) crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
16 recorded in this period, compared with 15 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Darlington (Singleton)
Darlington is a semi-rural locality situated within the Singleton Council local government area in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, sharing the postcode 2330. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating terrain, agricultural lands, and proximity to the Hunter River system, which shapes the broader Singleton district. Demographically, the population is relatively small and dispersed, reflecting a quiet rural lifestyle closely tied to the surrounding agricultural and regional mining industries.
Local life in Darlington is defined by its rural-residential character, with residents primarily accessing commercial, educational, and healthcare services in the nearby major service town of Singleton. The locality functions largely as a peaceful residential and farming community, benefitting from regional transport links such as the New England Highway that facilitate access to larger hubs like Newcastle and the Upper Hunter. Recreational activities in the area are typical of the Hunter Valley, focusing on the natural environment and community-based events in the wider Singleton shire.
Historically, the area was traditionally inhabited by the Wonnarua people before European settlement in the early 19th century. European history in the Singleton region was shaped by pastoralism, agriculture, and later, the expansion of the coal mining industry. While Darlington itself retains a quiet, understated historical footprint compared to the urban core of Singleton, it remains part of a historically rich landscape shaped by early colonial land grants and the agricultural development of the Hunter Valley.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 3 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 |
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.