Pottery Estate crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
35 recorded in this period, compared with 30 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Pottery Estate
Pottery Estate is a residential locality situated within the City of Lithgow local government area in New South Wales, sharing the 2790 postcode. Positioned on the eastern fringes of the Lithgow urban area, the locality is defined by its proximity to the rugged topography of the Blue Mountains region. As a primarily residential area, it maintains a small, stable population consistent with the broader demographic trends of the Lithgow district, characterized by a mix of long-term residents and those attracted to the region’s affordable housing and semi-rural lifestyle.
The locality serves primarily as a residential enclave, offering quiet streetscapes with convenient access to the comprehensive amenities of central Lithgow, including retail centers, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. Residents benefit from the area's connectivity via the Great Western Highway and local rail services, which link the locality to the wider Blue Mountains and Sydney metropolitan region. While the estate itself is largely focused on housing, it is situated within a landscape rich in industrial history, reflecting the broader economic transition of the Lithgow region from coal mining and heavy manufacturing to service-based and recreational industries.
The name "Pottery Estate" reflects the area's historical connection to Lithgow’s early industrial development, specifically the localized manufacturing of ceramics and earthenware that historically utilized the region's mineral resources. While the original industrial operations have long since ceased, the locality serves as a residential legacy of the town’s past expansion. Today, the estate is characterized by its mid-to-late 20th-century residential development, standing as a quiet suburban extension of a town historically significant to New South Wales' industrial heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from retail store | 12 | 10 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 1 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 0 |
| Other theft | 3 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 3 |
| Trespass | 3 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 3 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 112 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.