Hillville crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 16 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Hillville
Hillville is a rural locality situated in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2430 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating pastoral land, native bushland, and agricultural properties typical of the state's Mid North Coast hinterland. Demographically, Hillville is sparsely populated, supporting a tight-knit rural community primarily engaged in agriculture, livestock grazing, and related primary industries.
Due to its rural and secluded nature, local life and amenities in Hillville are minimal, with residents relying on nearby regional hubs such as Taree for comprehensive retail, healthcare, educational, and commercial services. The locality is connected by a network of rural roads that facilitate local agricultural transport and access to the broader Mid-Coast region. Community interaction typically centers around private properties, local rural initiatives, and regional events.
Historically, the area developed in the 19th and early 20th centuries as part of the broader European expansion into the Manning River hinterland, initially driven by timber getting, land clearing, and establishment of farming holdings. Cultural heritage in the locality is largely tied to its agricultural roots, with historical traces remaining in older rural infrastructure, remnant tracks, and the enduring pastoral landscape of the Mid-Coast region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 7 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 302 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.