Lake Conjola crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
33 recorded in this period, compared with 25 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Lake Conjola
Lake Conjola is a coastal village and locality in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, within the 2539 postcode. Situated approximately 200 kilometres south of Sydney, the area is defined by its namesake large, shallow coastal lagoon, extensive waterways, and surrounding Conjola National Park. The permanent population is relatively small, though the locality experiences significant seasonal influxes of tourists and holidaymakers drawn to its natural environment.
Local life and amenities in Lake Conjola centre around water-based recreation, including swimming, fishing, boating, and kayaking. The village features a local shopping hub providing essential services, a holiday park, and a bowling club. The surrounding bushland and waterways support a quiet residential community and a thriving tourism sector, with access to nearby Milton and Ulladulla for broader commercial and professional services.
Prior to European settlement, the area was traditional land for the Indigenous Yuin people, who utilised the rich marine and terrestrial resources of the lake and surrounding forests. European presence in the 19th century was initially driven by the timber industry, which utilised the lake's waters to transport harvested logs. Over the 20th century, the economy gradually shifted from primary industries toward tourism and residential development, preserving much of the natural landscape while establishing the locality as a popular holiday destination.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 6 | 1 |
| Other offences | 5 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 5 |
| Fraud | 3 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 2 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 3 | 1 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 1 |
| Other theft | 2 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 687 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.