Jaspers Brush crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
10 recorded in this period, compared with 11 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Jaspers Brush
Jaspers Brush is a rural locality situated in the City of Shoalhaven local government area of New South Wales, within the 2535 postcode. Located roughly 130 kilometres south of Sydney and a short distance inland from Berry, the area is characterized by rolling green hills, pastoral land, and agricultural properties. Spanning a primarily rural landscape, it maintains a small population and low population density reflective of its agricultural character and open countryside.
The locality functions predominantly as a rural and agricultural community, with local economic activity centered on farming, livestock, and boutique rural enterprises. While Jaspers Brush has limited commercial amenities within its immediate boundaries, residents rely on the nearby township of Berry for retail, dining, educational, and professional services. Transport connectivity is facilitated by the Princes Highway, which runs through the area, linking it to larger regional centres along the NSW South Coast.
European settlement in the region dates back to the early 19th century, following exploration and land grants aimed at agricultural expansion. The area takes its name from early settler John Jasper, who established a presence in the district in the 1830s. Historically, the locality developed around dairy farming, timber getting, and associated rural industries, which shaped the cleared landscape and pastoral heritage seen today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 362 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.