Sheedys Gully crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
11 recorded in this period, compared with 6 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Sheedys Gully
Sheedys Gully is a rural locality situated within the Lithgow City Council local government area in New South Wales, carrying the postcode 2790. Geographically, it is characterized by undulating, rugged terrain typical of the Greater Blue Mountains region, featuring dense native bushland and steep topography. As a sparsely populated area, it lacks a distinct village center, with residential settlement primarily consisting of large-acreage rural holdings rather than a concentrated demographic hub.
The area functions as a quiet hinterland for the nearby city of Lithgow, which serves as the primary provider of essential amenities, education, and retail services. Local life in Sheedys Gully is defined by its isolation and proximity to natural landscapes, appealing to those seeking a remote rural lifestyle. While the locality possesses limited public infrastructure, it is well-positioned for recreational activities such as bushwalking and four-wheel driving due to the extensive network of tracks that intersect the surrounding forest reserves.
Historically, Sheedys Gully is representative of the broader expansion of the Central Tablelands following European settlement, though it remained largely underdeveloped due to its difficult terrain. The locality’s history is inextricably linked to the early prospecting and timber-felling industries that once dominated the Blue Mountains fringes. Today, the area preserves a sense of heritage through its undisturbed natural environment, with minimal modern structural development having altered the character of the original colonial-era landscape.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 136 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.