State Mine Gully crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About State Mine Gully
State Mine Gully is a locality situated within the City of Lithgow local government area in New South Wales, carrying the postcode 2790. Geographically, it is defined by its rugged topography and proximity to the Blue Mountains plateau, characterized by deep valleys and steep ridges typical of the Western Coalfields region. Demographically, the area is sparsely populated, functioning primarily as a residential periphery to the main urban center of Lithgow. Its landscape is largely influenced by its history of industrial land use, interspersed with natural bushland.
The locality is historically significant for its role in the development of the region’s coal mining industry. It takes its name from the Lithgow State Coal Mine, which operated in the area throughout the mid-20th century, serving as a major economic driver for the town of Lithgow. Today, the site remains a focal point for local heritage, with the State Mine Heritage Park and Railway preserving remnants of the mining infrastructure, including the original pit-top buildings and railway lines. While State Mine Gully offers few commercial amenities of its own, residents rely on the nearby Lithgow town center for essential services, retail, and public facilities.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 10 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.