Scotts Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 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 Scotts Creek
Scotts Creek is a rural locality situated within the Upper Hunter Shire in New South Wales, sharing the 2338 postcode. Geographically, the area is defined by the undulating topography and pastoral landscapes characteristic of the Hunter Region. The population is sparse, typical of the surrounding agricultural districts, with the local economy primarily supported by broad-acre farming, grazing, and associated primary industries.
Local life in Scotts Creek is centered on a dispersed community structure, with residents relying on the nearby larger service hubs, such as Merriwa, for essential amenities, schooling, and commercial needs. The locality retains a quiet, agrarian character, maintaining historical ties to the early settlement and land-use patterns of the Upper Hunter. While specific heritage listings for the immediate locality are limited, the area reflects the broader historical development of the region, which transitioned from indigenous land use to colonial pastoral expansion throughout the 19th century.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 25 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.