Renwick crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
20 recorded in this period, compared with 18 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Renwick
Renwick is a small rural-residential locality situated in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, within the Wingecarribee Shire. Located approximately 120 kilometres southwest of Sydney and near the regional hub of Mittagong, the area is characterised by rolling pastoral landscapes and residential subdivisions. The demographic profile is primarily comprised of families and retirees who commute to larger nearby townships for employment, benefiting from the area's proximity to the Hume Highway and regional rail connections.
The locality functions as a quiet residential enclave, offering limited internal amenities to preserve its semi-rural character. Residents rely on the adjacent township of Mittagong for essential services, including schools, supermarkets, medical facilities, and retail outlets. Local life is defined by the expansive open space and natural scenery of the Southern Highlands, with development focused on low-density housing estates that prioritise suburban comfort within a rural setting.
Historically, the broader region was shaped by early European colonial expansion and the development of agriculture and transport infrastructure in the 19th century. Renwick’s heritage is closely linked to the development of the Wingecarribee Shire, evolving from large pastoral land grants into a modern residential locality. While it lacks a significant central historic commercial district, the area reflects the wider Southern Highlands’ history of transitioning from agricultural production to a sought-after residential and lifestyle destination.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 3 |
| Malicious damage to property | 4 | 4 |
| Fraud | 2 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 4 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Fail to appear | 1 | 0 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 1 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,453 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.