Singleton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
786 recorded in this period, compared with 788 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Singleton
Singleton is a town (postcode 2330) situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, located approximately 140 kilometres north-west of Sydney on the banks of the Hunter River. Serving as the primary administrative centre for the Singleton Council local government area, the town acts as a service hub for the surrounding region. The area maintains a population with a significant workforce participation in the coal mining, agricultural, and viticultural sectors, complemented by the presence of the Australian Defence Force’s Lone Pine Barracks nearby.
The town’s local life is defined by its role as a regional commercial centre, featuring a mix of retail, healthcare, and educational facilities. Residents have access to various recreational amenities, such as public parks, sporting fields, and the Singleton Civic Centre. The local economy is bolstered by its geographic position along the New England Highway, which facilitates transit and freight connectivity between the Hunter Valley and the northern inland regions of the state. Established in the 1820s, the town was named after pioneer Benjamin Singleton. It retains numerous heritage-listed buildings that reflect its evolution from an early agricultural and pastoral frontier into a modern industrial and service-oriented hub.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 98 | 89 |
| Malicious damage to property | 70 | 77 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 57 | 50 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 52 | 70 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 50 | 32 |
| Steal from retail store | 50 | 36 |
| Fraud | 49 | 61 |
| Breach bail conditions | 43 | 92 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 37 | 32 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 35 | 27 |
| Other theft | 22 | 19 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 22 | 19 |
| Other offences | 21 | 18 |
| Sexual assault | 19 | 18 |
| Steal from dwelling | 16 | 12 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 15 | 19 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 14 | 12 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 14 | 24 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,185 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.