Kinghorne crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kinghorne
Kinghorne is a rural locality situated in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, within the 2540 postcode area. Geographically characterized by undulating terrain, native bushland, and cleared agricultural parcels, the area experiences a temperate coastal climate influenced by its proximity to the Tasman Sea and the Illawarra and South Coast ranges. Due to its expansive rural landholdings, Kinghorne maintains a very low population density, with residents largely consisting of landowners and primary producers living on acreage rather than in a distinct village center.
As a predominantly rural and agricultural area, Kinghorne has minimal commercial amenities within its immediate boundaries. Local life centers around rural pursuits, including hobby farming, livestock grazing, and conservation. For everyday retail, healthcare, education, and professional services, residents typically rely on nearby larger towns within the Shoalhaven Local Government Area, such as Nowra. Access to the locality is primarily facilitated by a network of rural secondary roads connecting to the broader regional highway system.
Prior to European settlement, the lands encompassing Kinghorne and the wider Shoalhaven region were traditional territories of the Wodi Wodi and other language groups of the Yuin Nation, who utilized the rich coastal and riverine resources for sustenance and cultural practices. Following European exploration and the granting of land in the 19th century, the area gradually transitioned into agricultural use, initially for timber getting, dairy farming, and general livestock production. Today, Kinghorne retains its historical agrarian character, with few built heritage items of regional significance, preserving instead a quiet, rural landscape.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
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.