Morton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
9 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Morton
Morton is a rural locality situated in the City of Shoalhaven local government area of New South Wales, bearing the postcode 2538. Geographically, the area is defined by rugged terrain, native bushland, and portions of the Morton National Park, which protects significant highland forests, sandstone escarpments, and diverse local ecosystems. Due to its remote and environmentally protected setting, the locality has a sparse population and very low residential density, functioning primarily as a natural and conservation-focused landscape rather than a populated residential hub.
Due to its protected and geographically isolated nature, Morton has virtually no commercial amenities, retail infrastructure, or local services, relying instead on nearby towns within the Shoalhaven region for provisions and administration. Local land use is heavily centered on environmental conservation, bushwalking, and wilderness recreation, drawing visitors to the surrounding national park tracks and natural lookouts rather than urban pursuits.
The history of the area is deeply intertwined with the traditional custodianship of the Indigenous Australian peoples who traversed the Budawang ranges and surrounding plateaus for millennia. Following European settlement, the region's rugged topography largely precluded intensive agriculture or permanent settlement, leading to the establishment of the Morton National Park in the 20th century to preserve its unique natural heritage and watershed.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 225 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.