Hollydeen crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Hollydeen
Hollydeen is a rural locality situated in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, within the Muswellbrook Shire local government area (postcode 2328). Geographically defined by its rolling agricultural land and proximity to the Hunter River, the area experiences a warm temperate climate typical of the region. Demographically, Hollydeen has a small, dispersed population characteristic of rural Hunter Valley farming communities, with residents primarily engaged in agriculture and local industry.
Local life in Hollydeen is centered around primary production, predominantly beef cattle grazing, viticulture, and equine enterprises. Due to its rural nature, the locality has limited commercial amenities, relying instead on nearby towns such as Muswellbrook and Denman for retail, healthcare, secondary education, and community services.
Historically, the area was traditional land of the Wonnarua people before European settlement in the early 19th century. The region developed alongside the broader Upper Hunter pastoral boom, establishing a rich heritage tied to early land grants, agriculture, and the historic transport routes that connected the inland valleys to the coast.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 44 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.