Robertson crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
75 recorded in this period, compared with 61 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Robertson
Robertson (postcode 2577) is a village situated in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, located approximately 110 kilometres southwest of Sydney within the Wingecarribee Shire. Positioned atop the Illawarra Escarpment at an elevation of roughly 700 metres, it is known for its high annual rainfall and fertile volcanic red soil, which supports a cool-climate environment. As of the 2021 Census, the locality maintains a modest population primarily engaged in agricultural and lifestyle pursuits, reflecting a blend of traditional rural character and suburban growth.
The village serves as a local hub for the surrounding farming community, featuring a range of amenities including primary schooling, a community hall, and a commercial precinct along the Illawarra Highway. Known widely for the Robertson Potato Festival and its connection to the 1995 film Babe, the area has cultivated a niche in regional tourism. Visitors are drawn to the nearby Robertson Nature Reserve, a rare remnant of the original rainforest that once covered the district, and the expansive Belmore Falls located within the surrounding national park landscape.
Historically, the area was originally inhabited by the Wodi Wodi people of the Dharawal nation before European settlement commenced in the mid-19th century. Initially established as a timber-getting settlement due to the dense forests, the land was later cleared for dairy farming and potato cultivation, industries which remain central to its heritage. The village was officially named in honour of Sir John Robertson, a five-time Premier of New South Wales and the architect of the 1861 Free Selection Acts.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 14 | 11 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 7 | 3 |
| Malicious damage to property | 7 | 5 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 4 | 2 |
| Other theft | 4 | 1 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 4 | 0 |
| Trespass | 4 | 2 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 3 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Liquor offences | 3 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 1 |
| Other offences | 3 | 3 |
| Arson | 2 | 5 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 3 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 3 |
| Steal from retail store | 2 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,017 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.