Pitnacree crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Pitnacree
Pitnacree is a small rural locality situated within the City of Maitland local government area in New South Wales, holding the postcode 2323. Geographically, it is defined by its position along the Hunter River floodplain, characterized by low-lying, fertile agricultural land. As a sparsely populated area, Pitnacree functions primarily as a pastoral and residential transition zone between the urban centers of Maitland and the surrounding semi-rural hinterland.
The area is defined by a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle with limited local amenities, relying heavily on nearby Maitland for retail, healthcare, and educational services. Historically, Pitnacree was part of the early European expansion into the Hunter Valley, with land use traditionally centered on large-scale grazing and cultivation due to its alluvial soil. While modern development has introduced small-scale residential properties, the locality retains a strong connection to its colonial agricultural heritage, reflected in its open landscape and the presence of historic farmsteads that predate the suburban expansion of the wider Maitland region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 48 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.