Falls Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
45 recorded in this period, compared with 32 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Falls Creek
Falls Creek is a semi-rural locality situated in the City of Shoalhaven local government area on the south coast of New South Wales, within the 2540 postcode. Geographically positioned just south of Nowra, the area is characterized by a mix of low-density residential properties, agricultural holdings, and natural bushland typical of the Shoalhaven region. Demographically, it functions primarily as a quiet residential and acreage community for the greater Nowra-Bomaderry urban area, featuring a population that relies heavily on nearby commercial and administrative hubs for employment and services.
Local life in Falls Creek revolves around its rural-residential lifestyle, offering residents a peaceful environment with close proximity to the Shoalhaven River and coastal amenities. While the locality itself has a minimal commercial footprint, its location near the Princes Highway provides convenient access to the schools, shopping centres, healthcare facilities, and recreational opportunities available in adjacent Nowra.
The history and heritage of Falls Creek are intertwined with the broader European settlement and agricultural development of the Shoalhaven district, originally traditional lands of the Wodi Wodi and other Yuin-language-speaking peoples. European activity in the area historically centered on timber-getting, dairying, and farming. Over time, parts of the landscape have transitioned from primary production to rural-residential acreage while retaining much of its historical rural character.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 9 | 4 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 5 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 5 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 4 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 4 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 3 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 3 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Dealing, trafficking in ecstasy | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 3 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 939 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.