Saddleback Mountain crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
12 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Saddleback Mountain
Saddleback Mountain is a prominent geographical feature and locality situated within the Municipality of Kiama, New South Wales (postcode 2533). Located just inland from the coastal township of Kiama, the area is characterized by its high elevation, steep volcanic terrain, and significant rainfall, which supports lush rainforest remnants and fertile pastures. Due to the rugged topography and protected environmental zoning, the locality is sparsely populated, functioning primarily as a rural-residential and agricultural landscape rather than a traditional township.
The area is defined by the landmark Saddleback Mountain Lookout, which provides panoramic views of the Illawarra coastline and the Pacific Ocean. While there are no commercial amenities or public services within the locality itself, residents rely on the nearby services and infrastructure of Kiama. Historically, the region was shaped by 19th-century European settlement, which transitioned the land from dense subtropical rainforest to dairy farming and grazing, an industry that remains a cultural cornerstone of the broader Kiama district. Today, the mountain serves as both a private agricultural zone and a site of natural interest for hikers and tourists visiting the South Coast.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 5 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 67 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.