Quorrobolong crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
13 recorded in this period, compared with 29 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Quorrobolong
Quorrobolong is a rural locality situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, falling within the Cessnock City Council local government area and the 2325 postcode. Geographically, the area is defined by its pastoral landscape, characterized by rolling hills and proximity to the Watagans National Park. Demographically, it remains a sparsely populated community, functioning primarily as a residential and agricultural enclave for those seeking a rural lifestyle away from the more urbanized hubs of Cessnock and Maitland.
The locality is primarily residential and agricultural, with limited commercial amenities, necessitating travel to nearby towns for retail and professional services. Life in Quorrobolong is centered on quiet rural living, with land use largely dedicated to hobby farms and rural-residential properties. Historically, the area was shaped by 19th-century European settlement, which transitioned from timber-getting and subsistence farming to the broader agricultural practices observed today. The name Quorrobolong is of Aboriginal origin, reflecting the long-standing occupation of the region by the Wonnarua people, and the area retains a modest heritage character defined by its historic rural homesteads and natural environment.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 3 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 5 |
| Other theft | 2 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 2 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 573 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.