Laguna crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
11 recorded in this period, compared with 21 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Laguna
Laguna is a rural locality situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, within the Cessnock City Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2325. Geographically, it is positioned along the Great North Road in the Wollombi Valley, surrounded by undulating bushland, agricultural properties, and national park boundaries. Laguna has a small, dispersed population characteristic of a tight-knit rural community, with many residents engaged in agriculture, local tourism, or commuting to nearby regional hubs like Cessnock and Maitland.
Local life in Laguna is centred around quiet country living, agritourism, and outdoor recreation. The locality features a modest commercial hub anchored by the historic Laguna Trading Post, which serves as a general store, cafe, and community focal point. The surrounding region is known for boutique viticulture, olive groves, and cattle grazing. Accommodation providers, including bed-and-breakfasts and rural retreats, cater to visitors exploring the scenic beauty of the Wollombi Valley and the nearby Yengo National Park.
The history of the area is deeply intertwined with colonial expansion and convict labour in the early 19th century. Laguna sits along the historic Great North Road, a major engineering feat constructed between 1826 and 1836 to connect Sydney to the Hunter Valley. Several heritage-listed structures, remnants of early stone-masonry work, and old coaching stops remain visible throughout the district, reflecting its origins as a vital transport and agricultural corridor.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 2 | 2 |
| Other theft | 2 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 3 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 310 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.