Jerrys Plains crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
26 recorded in this period, compared with 15 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Jerrys Plains
Jerrys Plains is a small rural locality situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, within the Muswellbrook Shire. Positioned along the banks of the Hunter River, the surrounding landscape is characterized by a mix of flat alluvial plains and undulating hills, predominantly dedicated to agriculture, thoroughbred horse breeding, and open-cut coal mining. The locality and its surrounding area maintain a quiet, rural character.
Local life in Jerrys Plains centers around a tight-knit rural community supported by basic amenities, including a historic local pub, a general store, and a primary school. The economy is heavily intertwined with the region's prominent industries, with many residents employed in local agriculture, equine enterprises, and the mining sector. Recreational activities are largely community-focused, and residents frequently travel to nearby towns like Singleton and Muswellbrook for broader retail, healthcare, and educational services.
Established in the early 19th century, Jerrys Plains is a long-standing European settlement in the Hunter Valley, named after an early settler or stockman. The locality preserves much of its colonial heritage, featuring several historic buildings and homesteads dating back to the pioneering era. This history is an important part of the region's identity, contrasting with the modern industrial developments that have emerged in the wider Hunter Valley landscape in recent decades.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 4 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 2 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 3 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Fraud | 2 | 4 |
| Liquor offences | 2 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | 2 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 447 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.