Sedgefield crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Sedgefield
Sedgefield is a rural locality situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, within the Singleton Council local government area. Geographically, it is positioned along the banks of the Hunter River, characterized by fertile floodplains and undulating agricultural land. As a sparsely populated rural district, its demographic profile is defined by agricultural primary production, with land use primarily focused on livestock grazing and cropping.
The area functions as a quiet residential and farming community, lacking significant commercial infrastructure or urban amenities. Residents typically rely on the nearby town of Singleton, located a short distance to the southeast, for essential services, retail, education, and healthcare. Historically, Sedgefield developed as part of the early colonial expansion of the Hunter Valley, with its heritage rooted in 19th-century land grants and pastoral settlement. The landscape retains its rural character, reflecting the region's long-standing connection to agriculture and the development of the broader Singleton district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 254 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.