South Durras crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
17 recorded in this period, compared with 12 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About South Durras
South Durras is a coastal locality situated within the Eurobodalla Shire in New South Wales, approximately 15 kilometers north of Batemans Bay. Geographically, it is defined by its position on a narrow peninsula between the Tasman Sea and the Durras Lake estuary, with much of the surrounding land integrated into the Murramarang National Park. Demographically, the area is characterized by a small permanent population that expands significantly during peak holiday seasons, reflecting its primary function as a tranquil residential and tourist destination.
The local lifestyle is centered on proximity to natural landscapes, offering extensive opportunities for surfing, fishing, and bushwalking within the adjacent national park. Amenities in the immediate vicinity are modest, catering largely to visitors and residents through local holiday parks and basic services, while broader commercial and educational facilities are accessed in nearby Batemans Bay. The area’s history is rooted in its development as a quiet maritime and forestry outpost, and it remains notable today for its significant biodiversity, including populations of native spotted gum forests and diverse coastal wildlife.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 4 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 2 |
| Other theft | 2 | 2 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Robbery with a weapon not a firearm | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 319 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.