Fishers Hill crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Fishers Hill
Fishers Hill is a rural locality situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, within the Dungog Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2421. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating topography, native bushland, and agricultural acreage typical of the broader hinterland north of the Hunter Valley. Due to its remote and predominantly rural setting, the population is very small, consisting primarily of dispersed landholders and agricultural operators.
In terms of local life and amenities, Fishers Hill relies heavily on nearby towns within the Dungog Shire for commercial, educational, and municipal services. The immediate locality itself contains no major retail centres, public transport infrastructure, or civic facilities, functioning instead as a quiet residential and farming community. Residents travel to neighbouring townships for everyday necessities, schooling, and healthcare services.
Historically, the area developed in conjunction with the broader European settlement of the Dungog region, which was initially driven by timber-getting, agriculture, and pastoral expansion in the 19th century. The cultural heritage of Fishers Hill is closely tied to the traditional custodianship of the Worimi and Wonnarua peoples, as well as the early pioneering history of rural New South Wales. While few prominent historical landmarks are documented specifically within the locality, the broader region retains a landscape reflective of its early agricultural roots.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 56 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.