Minnamurra crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
38 recorded in this period, compared with 32 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Minnamurra
Minnamurra is a coastal locality situated in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, within the Municipality of Kiama and the 2533 postcode. Geographically bounded by the Pacific Ocean to the east and the Minnamurra River to the north, the area is characterized by its coastal wetlands, estuary, and sandy beaches. Demographically, it functions primarily as a quiet residential suburb, featuring a mix of permanent residents and holiday homes typical of the NSW South Coast.
Local life in Minnamurra centers around outdoor recreation, particularly water-based activities such as fishing, kayaking, swimming, and paddleboarding along the river and at the adjacent Mystics Beach. The locality is serviced by the Minnamurra railway station on the South Coast line, providing commuter access to Wollongong and Sydney. While commercial amenities within the immediate locality are limited, it is adjacent to Kiama Downs, providing residents with local shops, parks, and community facilities.
Historically, the area derives its name from an Aboriginal term believed to mean "river mouth" or "plenty of fish," reflecting the traditional custodianship of the Wadi Wadi people. European settlement in the 19th century initially focused on agriculture, timber-getting, and coastal shipping before the area gradually transitioned into a residential and recreational destination following the expansion of the Illawarra railway line in the late 1800s.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Transport regulatory offences | 13 | 8 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 5 | 1 |
| Other theft | 3 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 4 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 3 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 3 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 1 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 804 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.