Elderslie (Singleton) crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
10 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Elderslie (Singleton)
Elderslie is a rural locality situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, within the Singleton Council local government area and the 2335 postcode. Geographically, the area is defined by undulating agricultural land and rural residential properties, benefiting from its proximity to the Hunter River. Due to its small population and expansive land use, the demographic profile is predominantly characterized by low-density settlement, with residents largely engaged in surrounding regional industries, agriculture, and local commerce based in nearby Singleton.
Local life in Elderslie is quiet and community-oriented, relying heavily on neighboring Singleton for major commercial, educational, and healthcare amenities. The locality features limited local infrastructure, functioning primarily as a peaceful rural-residential retreat. Residents access comprehensive shopping, secondary schooling, and professional services just a short drive away, while the broader Hunter Valley region provides recreational opportunities centered around natural landscapes and local rural pursuits.
Historically, the area developed in tandem with the broader Hunter Valley pastoral and agricultural expansion during the 19th century. The locality's heritage is tied to early European land grants, farming, and the establishment of transport routes that connected the inland Hunter to coastal markets. While few major commercial landmarks remain within Elderslie proper, the landscape retains historical markers of early rural settlement and infrastructure development typical of the Singleton district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 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.