Deua River Valley crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Deua River Valley
The Deua River Valley is a remote and rugged rural locality situated in the Eurobodalla local government area of New South Wales, within the 2537 postcode. Centred around the catchment of the Deua River, the geography is characterized by steep forested gorges, winding waterways, and foothills that transition from the Southern Tablelands down to the coastal hinterland. Much of the surrounding upper valley is encompassed by the Deua National Park, featuring prominent natural landmarks such as the Big Hole and Wyanbene Cave. Due to its challenging terrain and conservation areas, the permanent population is very small and dispersed, primarily engaging in low-intensity agriculture and land stewardship.
Local life in the valley is defined by isolation, self-sufficiency, and a strong connection to the natural environment. Day-to-day amenities, commercial services, and schooling are not located within the valley itself, requiring residents to travel towards larger regional centres such as Moruya on the coast or Braidwood to the north. Community life is largely decentralized, though residents frequently interact through local bushfire brigades and rural community networks. Outdoor recreation, including bushwalking, kayaking, and camping, is a primary activity for both locals and visitors exploring the national park.
Prior to European settlement, the valley was traditional country for Aboriginal peoples, including the Walbunga and other Yuin-language groups, who utilized the rich riverine resources and travel routes through the ranges. European presence increased in the 19th century as pastoralists, timbergetters, and gold prospectors moved into the remote catchments. Relics of this era, including historic homestead sites and mining infrastructure, remain scattered throughout the dense bushland, serving as a reminder of the area's early European resource extraction industries.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 52 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.