Oakhampton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 8 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Oakhampton
Oakhampton is a semi-rural locality situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, within the City of Maitland local government area (postcode 2320). Geographically, the area is characterised by low-lying floodplains adjacent to the Hunter River, supporting a mix of agricultural land use and open space. Demographically, Oakhampton is a sparsely populated community with a quiet, rural-residential character, closely tied economically and socially to the nearby urban centre of Maitland.
Local life in Oakhampton is defined by its rural surroundings and proximity to regional amenities. While the locality itself contains minimal commercial infrastructure, residents rely on adjacent suburbs such as Telarah and central Maitland for retail, healthcare, education, and transport services. The area's geography largely dictates its recreational profile, with local activities centered around rural living, while major transport routes provide connectivity to Newcastle and the wider Hunter Valley.
Historically, the Maitland region, including Oakhampton, was traditional land of the Wonnarua people before European settlement in the early 19th century. The area quickly developed as part of the Hunter Valley's agricultural expansion, benefiting from the fertile soils of the Hunter River floodplain. While retaining much of its historic rural landscape, the locality reflects the broader historical evolution of the Maitland district from early colonial farming estates to a modern regional periphery.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 165 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.