Kioloa crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
10 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 Kioloa
Kioloa is a coastal village located in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, within the 2539 postcode area. Situated approximately 30 kilometres north of Batemans Bay, the locality is bounded by the Tasman Sea to the east and bordered by Murramarang National Park. The area features prominent coastal landforms, including Kioloa Beach and Wagonga Inlet, contributing to a landscape dominated by eucalypt forests and beaches. Demographically, Kioloa is a small, quiet community characterized by a low permanent population and a high proportion of holiday homes, with its population swelling significantly during the peak tourism and summer holiday seasons.
Local life in Kioloa revolves around coastal recreation, nature tourism, and relaxation. Amenities within the village are modest, typically serving immediate residential and visitor needs, while a broader range of commercial, educational, and medical services are accessed in nearby Ulladulla or Batemans Bay. The surrounding Murramarang National Park offers extensive walking trails, camping sites, and opportunities for wildlife viewing, particularly for native birdlife and kangaroos that frequently inhabit the coastal areas. Fishing, surfing, and boating are primary recreational activities for both residents and visitors.
Historically, the Kioloa area possesses strong ties to the timber industry and Aboriginal heritage. The traditional custodians of the land are the Yuin people, who have a long-standing historical and cultural connection to the coastal region. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, European settlement drove economic activity through timber-getting and sawmilling, utilizing local ports to ship timber to Sydney and beyond. Over time, the local economy transitioned away from heavy industry toward conservation and tourism, culminating in the establishment of the surrounding national park and the preservation of the area's natural environment.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 292 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.