Kiama Downs crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
83 recorded in this period, compared with 93 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kiama Downs
Kiama Downs is a coastal suburb located in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, within the Municipality of Kiama local government area and bearing the postcode 2533. Situated approximately 115 kilometres south of Sydney, the locality is primarily bounded by the Pacific Ocean to the east and the Minnamurra River to the north. Demographically, the suburb functions primarily as a residential area characterized by a stable population mix of families and retirees drawn to its coastal environment.
Local life in Kiama Downs is centered around outdoor recreation and community amenities. The suburb features prominent coastal landmarks, including Cathedral Rocks—a notable formation of sea stacks—and popular local beaches such as Jones Beach, which supports surfing and swimming. Commercial activity is localized to small neighborhood shopping strips providing essential services, while broader retail, educational, and medical facilities are accessible in nearby Kiama and Shellharbour.
Historically, the area transitioned from traditional Aboriginal custodianship to European agricultural settlement in the early 19th century, initially focusing on cedar-getting, dairy farming, and basalt quarrying. The twentieth century brought steady suburban development, transforming the rural landscape into the residential community present today. While few major historical buildings remain, the natural heritage of the coastline continues to define the suburb's identity.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 13 | 14 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 11 | 7 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 6 | 4 |
| Malicious damage to property | 6 | 7 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6 | 5 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 5 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 5 | 4 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 4 | 1 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 4 | 11 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 2 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 5 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Assault Police | 1 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences against the person | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,087 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.