Menangle crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
46 recorded in this period, compared with 44 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Menangle
Menangle is a semi-rural locality situated in the Macarthur region of New South Wales, within the Wollondilly Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2568. Geographically positioned on the banks of the Nepean River, the area is characterised by a mix of rolling agricultural land, historic homesteads, and low-density residential pockets. According to the 2021 Australian census, Menangle recorded a population of approximately 1,000 residents, maintaining a quiet, village-style atmosphere while experiencing gradual suburban influence from nearby Greater Sydney.
Local life in Menangle centers around community-focused amenities that blend its rural character with modern convenience. The area is serviced by the Menangle railway station, providing commuter access on the Southern Highlands Line. Local infrastructure includes a historic primary school, a community hall, and recreational spaces such as the Menangle Paceway, a prominent harness racing venue. The locality also features local cafes and heritage-listed commercial buildings, supporting both residents and visitors exploring the scenic Nepean River corridor.
Historically, Menangle is significant as a well-preserved 19th-century estate village closely associated with the Macarthur family and the development of Australia's pastoral industry. Much of the locality's heritage is tied to the historic Camden Park Estate, established by John Macarthur. Menangle contains numerous items listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register, including the Menangle railway bridge—one of the oldest wrought-iron lattice girder bridges in the state—as well as historic churches, worker cottages, and the original station master's residence.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 8 | 2 |
| Fraud | 5 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 5 | 1 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 4 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 4 |
| Other theft | 3 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | 5 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 2 |
| Dealing, trafficking in cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 1 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,252 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.