Lilyvale crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
10 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Lilyvale
Lilyvale is a small locality situated in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, within the City of Wollongong local government area and bearing the postcode 2508. Geographically, the area is characterised by its rugged terrain, dense native bushland, and proximity to the Illawarra escarpment. Due to its largely protected environmental setting and limited residential zoning, Lilyvale has a very small population and low population density, acting primarily as a transition area between the coastal northern suburbs of Wollongong and the Royal National Park to the north.
Due to its rural and conservation-focused landscape, local amenities and commercial services within Lilyvale proper are minimal. Residents rely on adjacent suburbs—such as Helensburgh and Stanwell Park—for retail, schooling, healthcare, and transport services. The locality is traversed by the South Coast railway line, which historically shaped the region's transport corridor, though passenger services do not generally stop at Lilyvale today. Access to the area is primarily facilitated via regional roadways connecting the Wollongong region to southern Greater Sydney.
Historically, Lilyvale emerged as a small settlement associated with the expansion of the Illawarra railway line in the late 19th century and early timber-getting operations. The construction of the railway and nearby coal mining ventures brought temporary industry to the isolated bushland. Over time, as industrial operations ceased, the area reverted largely to natural bushland, leaving behind limited historical infrastructure footprints. Today, Lilyvale is recognized primarily for its natural geography and its location along historic transport routes.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 6 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 11 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.