Gerroa crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
24 recorded in this period, compared with 21 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gerroa
Gerroa is a coastal village located in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, situated within the Municipality of Kiama local government area and the 2534 postcode. Positioned approximately 120 kilometres south of Sydney, the locality lies on the northern headland of Shoalhaven Heads, where the Crooked River enters the Tasman Sea. The landscape is characterized by coastal wetlands, sandy beaches, and elevated residential areas offering views of Seven Mile Beach National Park. Demographically, Gerroa functions as a quiet residential and holiday community, experiencing significant seasonal population increases due to tourism.
Local life in Gerroa is centered around outdoor recreation, particularly surfing, fishing, and kayaking on the Crooked River. Amenities within the village are modest, consisting of a local holiday park, a general store, a bowling club, and a surf life saving club established to monitor the popular Seven Mile Beach. For comprehensive commercial, educational, and medical services, residents typically rely on the nearby towns of Kiama and Berry.
The area's European history dates back to the early 19th century when the surrounding region was initially utilized for timber cutting and dairy farming. The name "Gerroa" is derived from an Aboriginal word, reflecting the area's Indigenous heritage associated with the Wodi Wodi people of the Dharawal nation. Over the 20th century, the locality gradually transitioned from a rural outpost into a sought-after seaside residential and holiday destination, while retaining much of its natural coastal environment.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 5 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 2 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 3 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 3 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 2 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Offensive conduct | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 571 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.