Shoalhaven LGA crime statistics

About Shoalhaven

The City of Shoalhaven is a local government area located on the South Coast of New South Wales, spanning approximately 4,567 square kilometres. Its geography is defined by a diverse landscape of coastal beaches, rugged escarpments, and expansive national parks, including the Jervis Bay region and the Morton National Park. The area maintains a population of over 100,000 residents, distributed across numerous townships and rural localities, with the administrative centre situated in Nowra. The economy is traditionally supported by agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, and a significant defence presence linked to the HMAS Albatross naval air station.

The region offers a lifestyle characterized by proximity to natural environments, attracting a mix of permanent residents and seasonal visitors. Essential amenities, including regional health facilities, educational institutions, and retail hubs, are primarily concentrated in Nowra and Ulladulla. The Shoalhaven’s heritage is deeply rooted in its traditional ownership by the Yuin and Wodi Wodi peoples, whose presence precedes European settlement. Following British exploration in the early 19th century, the area developed into a pastoral and timber-producing hub. Today, the LGA balances its colonial architectural history with ongoing efforts to preserve its Indigenous cultural sites and protected natural ecosystems.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · LGA 16950
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections