Kiama LGA crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
746 recorded in this period, compared with 754 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kiama
The Municipality of Kiama is a local government area located in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, situated approximately 120 kilometers south of Sydney. Geographically, it is defined by its dramatic coastline, characterized by volcanic rock formations, sandy beaches, and rolling green hills that rise toward the Illawarra Escarpment. The area supports a population of approximately 23,000 residents, distributed across coastal townships and rural villages, including Kiama, Gerringong, and Jamberoo.
Local life in Kiama is centered on a blend of tourism, agriculture, and service industries. The area is renowned for its natural landmarks, most notably the Kiama Blowhole, which remains a primary focal point for both residents and visitors. Amenities include a mix of coastal recreational facilities, local markets, and a well-established retail sector concentrated in the main township. The region maintains a strong community identity rooted in its transition from early dairy farming to a lifestyle-oriented coastal destination.
The history of the Kiama region is deeply tied to the Wodi Wodi people of the Dharawal nation, who have occupied the land for thousands of years. Following European settlement in the early 19th century, the area became a hub for cedar logging and, subsequently, a highly productive dairy farming district. In the late 1800s, the development of the Illawarra railway line transformed the area, facilitating the growth of its distinctive basalt quarrying industry and the emergence of tourism. Today, the municipality preserves this heritage through various historic buildings and local sites that commemorate its industrial and agricultural past.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 75 | 62 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 75 | 45 |
| Harassment threatening | 63 | 49 |
| Fraud | 61 | 60 |
| Other theft | 47 | 34 |
| Assault - non-domestic violence | 45 | 28 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 39 | 60 |
| Steal from retail store | 36 | 44 |
| Sexual Offences | 34 | 57 |
| Assault - domestic violence | 33 | 30 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 30 | 43 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 30 | 39 |
| Liquor offences | 23 | 38 |
| Breach bail conditions | 21 | 11 |
| Prohibited weapons offences | 20 | 25 |
| Trespass | 20 | 15 |
| Possession use of cannabis | 17 | 26 |
| Steal from dwelling | 17 | 18 |
| Breach AVO | 16 | 21 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 10 | 3 |
| Arson | 8 | 9 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 7 | 20 |
| Receiving stolen goods | 6 | 8 |
| Steal from person | 6 | 1 |
| Offensive conduct | 4 | 7 |
| Robbery | 2 | 1 |
| Offensive language | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 23,074 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.