North Batemans Bay crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
22 recorded in this period, compared with 50 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About North Batemans Bay
North Batemans Bay is a coastal suburb located in the Eurobodalla local government area of New South Wales, within the 2536 postcode. Situated on the southern bank of the Clyde River estuary just north of the Batemans Bay town center, the locality is characterized by a mix of residential zones, bushland, and waterfront access. According to Australian Bureau of Statistics census data, the population skews toward retirees and families, reflecting the broader demographic trends of the New South Wales South Coast.
Local life in North Batemans Bay is centered around coastal recreation, tourism, and retirement living. The area provides residential housing, local accommodation providers, and easy access to the pristine waterways of the Clyde River and the broader Batemans Bay marine environment for boating, fishing, and swimming. Commercial and civic amenities, including major retail, healthcare, and educational facilities, are located nearby in the Batemans Bay central business district, connected via the Princes Highway.
Prior to European settlement, the area was traditional land for the Yuin nation, who utilized the rich marine and river resources of the Clyde River estuary. Following European exploration and maritime settlement in the 19th century, the broader Batemans Bay region developed primarily around timber-getting, shipbuilding, and commercial fishing before transitioning into a prominent tourism and holiday destination.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Trespass | 4 | 6 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 4 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 1 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 3 |
| Dealing, trafficking in cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 3 |
| Fraud | 1 | 5 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 3 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 2 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 794 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.