Rouchel Brook crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Rouchel Brook
Rouchel Brook is a rural locality situated in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, within the Muswellbrook Shire Council area (postcode 2336). Geographically, the area is defined by the watercourse of the same name, which flows through a scenic valley characterized by undulating hills and grazing land. The population is sparse, typical of the broader agricultural district, consisting primarily of residents engaged in primary production and rural lifestyle pursuits.
Local life in Rouchel Brook is centered on agricultural activities, particularly beef cattle farming and fodder production. The area is largely self-sufficient, with access to broader community services, retail, and medical facilities provided by the nearby town of Muswellbrook. Historically, the valley was settled by pastoralists in the mid-19th century, leading to the establishment of several early homesteads and farming holdings that laid the foundation for the region’s long-standing connection to the livestock industry. The locality retains a quiet, historic character, with land use remaining consistent with the traditional agricultural development of the Hunter Valley.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 22 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.