Mount Victoria crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
63 recorded in this period, compared with 61 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mount Victoria
Mount Victoria is a historic township located in the Blue Mountains region of New South Wales, situated within the City of Blue Mountains local government area and bearing the postcode 2786. Perched at an elevation of approximately 1,041 metres, it is the westernmost settlement and the highest town in the Blue Mountains. At the 2021 census, Mount Victoria recorded a population of 963 residents. The surrounding geography is defined by rugged sandstone escarpments, deep valleys, and dense eucalyptus forests, marking the transition from the plateau down to the western plains.
The local economy and community life are closely tied to tourism, heritage conservation, and small-scale retail, serving both local residents and visitors exploring the Greater Blue Mountains Area. Amenities within the village include local cafes, antique shops, accommodation houses, and the historic Mount Victoria railway station, which connects the locality to Sydney via the Blue Mountains Line. The area is also a popular base for bushwalking, nature photography, and accessing nearby lookouts such as Sunset Rock and Pulpit Rock.
Originally inhabited by the Gundungurra and Darug peoples, the area became a crucial historical gateway following the European crossing of the Blue Mountains in 1813. Originally known as One Tree Hill, the town was formally named Mount Victoria in the mid-19th century as transport routes expanded. The locality is renowned for its well-preserved Victorian and Edwardian architecture, including the grand Mount Victoria Manor and the Toll House, as well as engineering feats like the nearby Victoria Pass, constructed by convict labor in the 1830s.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 21 | 7 |
| Fraud | 7 | 10 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 5 | 6 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 4 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 3 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 3 |
| Other theft | 3 | 2 |
| Trespass | 3 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 5 |
| Other offences | 1 | 2 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Transport regulatory offences | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 945 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.