Osterley crime statistics

About Osterley

Osterley is a rural locality situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, within the Port Stephens local government area and bearing the postcode 2324. Geographically, the area is characterized by low-lying rural lands, native bushland, and agricultural properties typical of the hinterland north of the Hunter River. Demographically, Osterley is sparsely populated, with residents largely consisting of families and landowners engaged in primary production, acreage living, or commuting to nearby regional hubs for employment.

Local life in Osterley is quiet and primarily oriented around rural pursuits, community privacy, and natural surroundings. Due to its low population density, the locality does not feature major commercial shopping strips or extensive urban infrastructure. Instead, residents rely on neighboring towns such as Raymond Terrace and Maitland for essential services, retail shopping, secondary education, and healthcare facilities.

European history in the Osterley area dates back to the early 19th century following British exploration and settlement of the Hunter Valley. The land was initially utilized for timber-getting, grazing, and agricultural expansion. While the locality contains few major urban historical landmarks, the broader Port Stephens region retains significant European and Aboriginal heritage, reflecting the traditional custodianship of the Worimi people alongside early colonial agriculture.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · SAL 13110
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections