Fern Gully crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 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 Fern Gully
Fern Gully is a rural locality in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, situated within the Singleton Council local government area and the 2330 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating topography, native bushland, and cleared agricultural land typical of the broader Hunter Valley. Due to its rural nature, Fern Gully has a very small, dispersed population, with residents largely residing on rural properties and acreage.
As a predominantly agricultural and rural-residential area, Fern Gully does not feature a dedicated commercial hub or extensive local amenities. Residents rely on the nearby regional center of Singleton for essential services, including retail, healthcare, education, and professional services. The local lifestyle is defined by privacy, open space, and primary production, with land use primarily dedicated to grazing and lifestyle farming.
Historically, the locality developed alongside the broader settlement and agricultural expansion of the Hunter Valley during the 19th century. The area's name reflects the geographical features commonly found in the sheltered gullies of the region. While it lacks major heritage-listed urban infrastructure, Fern Gully shares the rich Indigenous history of the Wonnarua people, the traditional custodians of the land, as well as a long-standing association with the region's pastoral and agricultural heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 47 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.