Nowra Hill crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
44 recorded in this period, compared with 42 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Nowra Hill
Nowra Hill is a semi-rural locality situated in the City of Shoalhaven local government area of New South Wales, within the 2540 postcode. Located approximately 10 kilometres south of the regional centre of Nowra, the area is characterised by elevated bushland topography, expansive rural properties, and pockets of agricultural land. At the 2021 census, Nowra Hill recorded a modest population, consisting predominantly of families and retirees seeking a quiet, acreage lifestyle within close proximity to coastal and regional services.
Local life in Nowra Hill is defined by its peaceful, rural-residential atmosphere and natural surroundings. The locality is perhaps best known for housing the HMAS *Albatross* Naval Air Station, a major employer and a significant strategic defence facility for the Royal Australian Navy. While daily commercial and retail amenities are limited within the immediate locality, residents primarily rely on neighbouring Nowra for shopping, healthcare, secondary education, and professional services.
Prior to European settlement, the area was traditional land for the Indigenous Yuin people, who utilised the bushland resources of the Shoalhaven region. Following European colonisation in the 19th century, the locality developed around timber-getting, agriculture, and eventually military infrastructure. The establishment of the naval air station during the mid-20th century fundamentally shaped the modern history and economic profile of Nowra Hill, blending its agricultural roots with a prominent defence presence.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 7 | 5 |
| Breach bail conditions | 5 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 4 | 3 |
| Malicious damage to property | 4 | 6 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 1 |
| Fraud | 3 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 1 |
| Trespass | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 4 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 3 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,141 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.