Jerrawangala crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
9 recorded in this period, compared with 5 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Jerrawangala
Jerrawangala is a rural locality situated in the City of Shoalhaven local government area of New South Wales, within the 2540 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by rugged bushland, native forests, and elevated terrain associated with the Great Dividing Range, encompassing a significant portion of the Jerrawangala National Park. Due to its protected natural landscape and topographic features, the locality has a sparse population and very low residential density, functioning primarily as a conservation and natural buffer zone within the wider Shoalhaven region.
As an extensively forested and protected area, Jerrawangala contains virtually no commercial amenities, retail centers, or urban infrastructure. Local life is defined by quiet rural seclusion and outdoor recreation, with visitors and residents utilizing the surrounding national park for bushwalking, nature observation, and 4WD touring. Day-to-day services, education, and retail needs for the few rural properties in the area are accessed via nearby regional centers such as Milton and Ulladulla.
Prior to European settlement, the lands around Jerrawangala were part of the traditional territory of the Indigenous Yuin nation, who utilized the forested ranges and coastal hinterlands for resource gathering and cultural practices. Following European arrival in the 19th century, the area saw limited development, primarily associated with timber harvesting, stock grazing, and the establishment of early regional transport routes. Today, the heritage of the locality is largely preserved through its natural landscape and its significance within the traditional lands of the South Coast Aboriginal community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 2 | 3 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 60 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.