Glennies Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
6 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Glennies Creek
Glennies Creek is a rural locality situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, within the Singleton Council local government area and the 2330 postcode. The geographic landscape is defined by its proximity to Glennies Creek, a tributary of the Hunter River, and is predominantly characterized by undulating agricultural land, pastoral holdings, and native bushland. Due to its rural nature and small geographic footprint, the area records a very low population density, with residents typically residing on acreage or working farms.
Local life in Glennies Creek is centered around primary agricultural pursuits, including beef cattle grazing and equine activities, supported by the broader Singleton district for commercial, educational, and healthcare services. A major geographic and recreational feature of the area is Lake St Clair, formed by the construction of Glennies Creek Dam on the creek. The lake serves as a popular regional destination for water-based recreation, including boating, fishing, and camping.
The history of the area is tied to the traditional custodianship of the Wonnarua people, followed by European settlement in the early 19th century as the Hunter Valley was opened up for agriculture and pastoral expansion. The locality is named after James Glennie, an early landholder in the district. In the late 20th century, the construction of the Glennies Creek Dam, completed in 1983, significantly altered the local landscape and hydrology, securing a reliable water supply for the region's agricultural and industrial needs.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 33 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.