South Maroota crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
15 recorded in this period, compared with 28 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About South Maroota
South Maroota is a rural locality situated in the Hills Shire of New South Wales, located approximately 55 kilometres northwest of the Sydney central business district. Characterized by its undulating topography and proximity to the Hawkesbury River, the area maintains a sparse population density typical of the region's semi-rural fringe. Demographically, the locality is defined by large residential landholdings and small-scale agricultural operations, with a population that largely relies on neighbouring suburbs for employment and primary services.
The area is primarily residential and agricultural, with limited commercial infrastructure, necessitating travel to nearby hubs such as Windsor or Dural for most amenities. The landscape is dominated by native bushland and pastoral tracts, contributing to a quiet, natural environment. Historically, the region was developed as part of the broader Hawkesbury agricultural expansion, with early land grants and farming settlements established in the 19th century. Today, South Maroota remains a peripheral locality, serving as a buffer zone between Sydney’s suburban growth and the more rugged, protected wilderness areas to the north and west.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 3 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Coercive Control | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 4 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences | 1 | 2 |
| Other theft | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from retail store | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 613 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.