Milton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
70 recorded in this period, compared with 52 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Milton
Milton is a historic town located in the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, situated within the 2538 postcode. Positioned roughly 220 kilometres south of Sydney and a few kilometres inland from the coastal resort town of Ulladulla, Milton sits on a ridge offering elevated views of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding rural landscapes. The locality functions as a distinct community within the broader City of Shoalhaven local government area, combining a permanent regional population with a prominent tourism sector.
The town serves as a commercial and cultural hub for the surrounding district, featuring a main street lined with preserved 19th-century buildings that house boutique shops, cafes, art galleries, and antique stores. Milton's local amenities cater to both residents and visitors, supporting a thriving arts community and hosting regular markets and cultural events. The surrounding area is characterized by a mix of agricultural land, lifestyle properties, and proximity to national parks and coastal beaches.
Originally established in the 1850s, Milton has a rich heritage rooted in the timber, dairy, and agricultural industries of the south coast. The town's historic significance is preserved through numerous nineteenth-century civic and commercial buildings, many of which are protected by heritage listings. This well-preserved colonial architecture remains a primary driver of Milton's modern identity, bridging its early history as a rural settlement with its contemporary status as a heritage tourism destination.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 8 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 7 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 7 | 5 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 6 | 0 |
| Trespass | 5 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 4 | 5 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 3 |
| Fraud | 3 | 4 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 3 | 5 |
| Steal from retail store | 3 | 5 |
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
| Liquor offences | 2 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 2 |
| Offensive conduct | 2 | 0 |
| Other drug offences | 2 | 0 |
| Other offences | 2 | 5 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 4 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,801 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.