Nethercote crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
8 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Nethercote
Nethercote is a rural locality in the Bega Valley Shire of New South Wales, encompassing the postcode 2549. Situated in the state's far south coast region, the area is characterised by undulating topography, native bushland, and agricultural properties. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, Nethercote has a small, dispersed population typical of rural localities in the region, with residents primarily engaged in agriculture, local trades, and regional services based in nearby larger towns.
The local lifestyle is predominantly rural and community-oriented, with residents relying on the nearby commercial and service centres of Eden and Pambula for daily amenities, healthcare, and schooling. The natural environment supports outdoor pursuits, and the area is connected by a network of rural roads providing access to the broader Sapphire Coast region. Local infrastructure is minimal, reflecting its status as a quiet residential and farming community.
European settlement in the Nethercote area dates back to the 19th century, driven by the expansion of agriculture, timber-getting, and dairy farming in the Bega Valley. Historic ties remain visible through rural land use patterns and historic homesteads scattered across the district. The locality derives its name from the early land grants and farming families who shaped the region's agricultural foundations.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 332 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.