Scone crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
508 recorded in this period, compared with 376 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Scone
Scone (postcode 2337) is the largest town in the Upper Hunter Shire of New South Wales, situated approximately 270 kilometres north of Sydney in the Hunter Valley. Positioned at the intersection of the New England Highway and the Golden Highway, the town serves as a regional service hub for the surrounding pastoral and agricultural industries. The 2021 Census recorded a population of approximately 5,000 residents in the town and its immediate surrounds, maintaining a stable demographic profile supported by local government and service-based employment.
The town is recognized as the centre of Australia’s thoroughbred breeding industry. This equine focus shapes the local economy and culture, evidenced by the presence of stud farms, the Scone Equine Hospital, and the Scone Race Club. Beyond its equestrian facilities, Scone provides essential amenities including the Scone District Hospital, various educational institutions, and a retail precinct serving the Upper Hunter community.
European settlement in the Scone area dates back to the 1820s, following the exploration of the region for grazing land. The town was gazetted in 1837 and developed as a stopover on the route between the Hunter Valley and the New England Tablelands. Today, the town preserves its colonial heritage through several historically significant buildings, including the Scone and Upper Hunter Historical Society Museum.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 72 | 35 |
| Malicious damage to property | 54 | 44 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 39 | 32 |
| Steal from dwelling | 29 | 14 |
| Other theft | 27 | 22 |
| Breach bail conditions | 25 | 21 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 23 | 23 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 23 | 24 |
| Trespass | 22 | 4 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 18 | 10 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 18 | 21 |
| Fraud | 16 | 22 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 16 | 7 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 15 | 9 |
| Steal from retail store | 15 | 20 |
| Sexual assault | 13 | 6 |
| Other offences | 11 | 3 |
| Arson | 10 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,824 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.