Potato Point crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Potato Point
Potato Point is a small coastal locality situated within the Eurobodalla Shire in New South Wales, holding the postcode 2545. Located on a peninsula protruding into the Tasman Sea, it is surrounded by the Eurobodalla National Park, which buffers the village from inland development. The area is characterized by its rugged coastline, rocky headlands, and proximity to the mouth of the Tuross River. Demographically, the locality functions as a quiet residential and holiday enclave, maintaining a small permanent population that increases significantly during peak tourist seasons.
Local life in Potato Point is defined by its natural seclusion and focus on outdoor recreation, including fishing, surfing, and wildlife observation. The village lacks extensive commercial infrastructure, relying on nearby larger townships like Bodalla and Tuross Head for essential services and amenities. Historically, the area derives its name from a 19th-century shipwreck; folklore suggests a vessel carrying a cargo of potatoes ran aground nearby, leaving the produce to wash ashore. Today, the locality remains protected by its environmental surroundings, serving primarily as a destination for low-impact nature-based tourism.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 156 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.