Phoenix Park crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Phoenix Park
Phoenix Park is a semi-rural locality situated within the City of Maitland local government area in New South Wales (postcode 2321). Geographically, the area is defined by its position on the fertile floodplains of the Hunter River, characterized by low-lying agricultural land and pastures. Due to its rural nature and small geographic footprint, the locality maintains a very sparse population density, primarily consisting of scattered homesteads and farming enterprises rather than a concentrated residential hub.
Local life in Phoenix Park is centered around agricultural production and rural residential living, with residents relying on the nearby regional center of Maitland for essential amenities, schooling, and commercial services. The area remains largely undeveloped in terms of public infrastructure, maintaining a quiet, pastoral character. Historically, the locality’s development was intrinsically linked to the expansion of agriculture in the Hunter Valley following European settlement, utilizing the rich river soils for cultivation. While specific heritage listings for the locality are limited, the region reflects the broader history of rural land use and flood-plain management that has shaped the Maitland area since the 19th century.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 77 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.