Sawyers Gully crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
48 recorded in this period, compared with 56 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Sawyers Gully
Sawyers Gully is a semi-rural locality situated within the Cessnock City Council local government area in the Hunter Region of New South Wales (postcode 2326). Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating terrain and cleared agricultural land interspersed with pockets of native vegetation. It functions primarily as a quiet residential and hobby-farm enclave, with a low population density that contributes to its rural character. The locality is strategically positioned near the regional hub of Cessnock, providing residents with proximity to the amenities and commercial services of the broader Hunter Valley.
Historically, the area takes its name from the early timber-getters and sawyers who operated in the region during the 19th century, utilizing the local stands of hardwood. While the settlement began as a resource-extractive site, it gradually transitioned into a mixed-farming community. Today, Sawyers Gully retains a modest heritage footprint, with much of its land use reflecting the ongoing development of the Hunter Valley’s viticulture and residential growth sectors. There are few centralized civic amenities within the locality itself, as residents rely on the nearby township of Cessnock for schools, healthcare, and retail infrastructure.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 7 | 4 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 5 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 7 |
| Malicious damage to property | 4 | 5 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 4 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 8 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences against the person | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 542 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.