Lakesland crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
12 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 Lakesland
Lakesland is a semi-rural locality situated in the Wollondilly Shire local government area of New South Wales, within the 2572 postcode. Geographically, it is characterised by a mix of native bushland, agricultural holdings, and low-density residential properties, positioned west of the larger town of Tahmoor. According to the 2021 Australian census, Lakesland supports a small, dispersed population with a demographic profile that leans towards families and older residents seeking a quiet, country lifestyle within commuting distance of major regional hubs.
Local life in Lakesland is predominantly quiet and self-reliant, with residents relying on nearby townships like Picton and Tahmoor for commercial services, secondary education, and healthcare facilities. The area lacks a traditional commercial centre, though it functions primarily as a residential and acreage community. Recreational activities in the region are largely outdoor-oriented, taking advantage of the surrounding natural landscapes, bushland reserves, and the proximity to the Bargo River catchment area.
Historically, the broader Wollondilly region was originally inhabited by the Gundungurra people before European exploration and subsequent settlement in the early 19th century. The area's development was historically tied to timber getting, agriculture, and the expansion of the Main Southern railway line through the neighboring towns. Over time, Lakesland evolved from a sparsely populated rural pocket into its current status as a protected rural-residential fringe, maintaining much of its historic natural and semi-cleared landscape character.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 499 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.