Maldon crime statistics

About Maldon

Maldon is a small rural locality situated in the Southern Highlands region of New South Wales, within the Wollondilly Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2571. Geographically defined by undulating topography, native bushland, and pastoral properties, the area is sparsely populated. It functions primarily as a rural-residential and agricultural community, characterized by low population density and strong spatial ties to nearby larger service centers like Picton and Tahmoor.

Local life in Maldon is quiet and rural, with very few commercial amenities within its immediate boundaries. Residents largely rely on neighboring towns within the Wollondilly LGA for retail, education, health services, and employment. The locality is traversed by the Main Southern railway line, and transport connectivity is supported by proximity to the Hume Highway, facilitating regional access while preserving a secluded country lifestyle.

Historically, Maldon developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, closely tied to the expansion of regional transport and primary industries. The locality retains a distinct heritage character, underscored by historic railway infrastructure and remnants of its early settlement era. Today, its historical significance is preserved through regional heritage listings and the ongoing operations of local preservation groups, such as the heritage rail operations that traverse the area.

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 · SAL 12464
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections