Laughtondale crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 14 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Laughtondale
Laughtondale is a rural locality situated on the banks of the Hawkesbury River in New South Wales, falling primarily within the Hornsby Shire local government area under the 2775 postcode. Located approximately 60 kilometres north of the Sydney central business district, the area is characterised by steep, rugged terrain, native bushland, and riverfront access. Due to its isolated geography and limited infrastructure, the population is very small and primarily dispersed across rural properties and river-access-only landholdings.
Local life in Laughtondale is defined by its remote, natural setting and connection to the Hawkesbury River. The area lacks commercial hubs, shopping centres, and extensive public amenities, meaning residents typically rely on nearby towns such as Wisemans Ferry or larger centres within the Hornsby local government area for services, schooling, and retail. Recreational activities are largely water-based, including boating, fishing, and kayaking, alongside bushwalking within the surrounding rugged landscape.
Historically, the locality—like much of the lower Hawkesbury region—was traditional land of the Darkinjung and Dharug peoples before European settlement. Following British colonization in the early 19th century, the area was gradually utilized for timber-getting, agriculture, and citrus orcharding, taking advantage of the river for transport before roads were established. Today, Laughtondale retains a character marked by its preservation of early rural settlement patterns along the riverbanks.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 1 |
| Trespass | 1 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 102 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.