Jenolan crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Jenolan
Jenolan is a rugged and remote locality in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, situated within the Oberon Council local government area. Located approximately 125 kilometres west of Sydney, the area is characterized by deep limestone gorges, dense eucalyptus forests, and steep mountainous terrain within the Blue Mountains ecosystem. Due to its protected reserve status and rugged topography, the locality has a minimal permanent residential population, functioning primarily as a protected natural and tourist precinct.
The local economy and lifestyle are centered around tourism, conservation, and heritage management, anchored by the famous Jenolan Caves. Amenities are tailored to visitors, featuring historic accommodation such as Caves House, guided tour infrastructure, walking tracks, and hospitality services. Residential services and broader community infrastructure are accessed in regional centers such as Oberon and Katoomba. Jenolan is celebrated for its significant geological heritage, featuring complex and highly decorated cave systems.
European history in the area dates back to the early 19th century, with the caves initially known to local Aboriginal traditional owners before being explored by Europeans in the 1830s. Originally gazetted as the Fish River Caves, the area was protected as one of Australia’s earliest government-reserved tourist sites in 1866 and officially named Jenolan in 1906.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 36 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.