South Littleton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
11 recorded in this period, compared with 19 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About South Littleton
South Littleton is a small locality situated within the City of Lithgow local government area in New South Wales, sharing the 2790 postcode. The region is defined by the rugged, undulating terrain of the Greater Blue Mountains, characterized by eucalypt forests and elevated ridgelines. As a sparsely populated rural area, its demographic profile is shaped by its proximity to the regional hub of Lithgow, with residents primarily engaged in primary production, trades, or commuting to nearby industrial and service centers.
The area is primarily rural and residential, with limited local amenities, necessitating reliance on the nearby township of Lithgow for retail, education, and healthcare services. Historically, South Littleton and the surrounding Lithgow Valley were shaped by the expansion of the coal mining and steel manufacturing industries in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. While the locality maintains a quiet, agrarian character today, it remains part of a broader cultural landscape defined by its industrial heritage and the expansion of the Great Western Railway, which facilitated the initial European settlement and resource extraction in the region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 2 |
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 6 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 317 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.