Hillston crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
132 recorded in this period, compared with 161 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Hillston
Hillston is a rural town located in the Riverina district of New South Wales, situated within the Carrathool Shire local government area with the postcode 2675. Positioned along the banks of the Lachlan River, the locality serves as a vital service hub for the surrounding agricultural region. At the 2021 census, Hillston and its immediate environs recorded a population of approximately 1,500 residents. The local economy is heavily dependent on primary production, supported by extensive irrigation from the Lachlan River that facilitates the cultivation of cotton, citrus, cereal crops, and wine grapes.
The town provides essential community amenities to support its residents and the broader rural district, including primary and secondary schooling, health services, and various sporting and recreational facilities. Commercial services in the town centre cater to agricultural enterprises and everyday consumer needs. Hillston is connected to larger regional centres via road networks, reinforcing its role as an important commercial and logistical node in the northern Riverina.
European settlement in the area dates back to the mid-19th century, with the establishment of pastoral runs along the Lachlan River. The site was originally known as Redbank before being officially surveyed and named Hillston in the 1860s, likely after an early settler or publican. The arrival of the railway in the early 20th century spurred further growth, enabling the expansion of local agriculture and trade. Several historic buildings within the town reflect its 19th- and early 20th-century development as a pastoral and agricultural centre.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Liquor offences | 18 | 10 |
| Breach bail conditions | 17 | 9 |
| Other offences | 10 | 26 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 9 | 11 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 8 | 11 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 8 | 10 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 5 | 9 |
| Arson | 4 | 3 |
| Malicious damage to property | 4 | 12 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 4 | 7 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 4 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 4 | 2 |
| Trespass | 4 | 2 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 3 | 0 |
| Stock theft | 3 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 5 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 7 |
| Fraud | 2 | 4 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,547 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.