Kurrajong Hills crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
9 recorded in this period, compared with 17 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kurrajong Hills
Kurrajong Hills is a semi-rural locality situated in the City of Hawkesbury local government area of New South Wales, within the 2758 postcode district. Located approximately 70 kilometres north-west of the Sydney central business district, the area forms part of the foothills of the Blue Mountains. Geographically, it is characterised by elevated, undulating terrain that provides extensive panoramic views across the Cumberland Plain towards Sydney.
The locality primarily functions as a low-density residential and agricultural community, featuring acreage properties, small-scale farming, and orchards. Local amenities are modest, relying heavily on the adjacent commercial hubs of Kurrajong village and North Richmond for comprehensive retail, educational, and medical services. Due to its rural-residential nature, the demographic profile largely comprises families and retirees seeking a semi-rural lifestyle within commuting distance of major metropolitan centres.
European settlement in the region dates back to the early 19th century, following the expansion of agriculture beyond the Hawkesbury River floodplains. Originally known for timber-getting, the broader Kurrajong area quickly transitioned into a thriving fruit-growing district, renowned for its stone fruit and citrus production. Today, Kurrajong Hills retains much of its historic rural character, with several heritage-listed homesteads and remnants of early colonial infrastructure reflecting its agricultural past.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other theft | 4 | 3 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Fraud | 1 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 3 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 705 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.