Stockrington crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 8 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Stockrington
Stockrington is a rural locality situated within the City of Cessnock local government area in New South Wales, holding the postcode 2322. Geographically, it is positioned in the Lower Hunter Valley, characterized by undulating terrain, native bushland, and cleared agricultural spaces. The population is sparse, reflecting its semi-rural character and status as a transition zone between the industrial hubs of the Newcastle/Lake Macquarie region and the viticultural areas of the Cessnock district.
The area is primarily residential and agricultural, with limited commercial infrastructure or public amenities, requiring residents to travel to neighboring towns such as Kurri Kurri or Maitland for services. Historically, Stockrington was significantly impacted by the coal mining industry that defined much of the Hunter Valley's development. The locality remains defined by its heritage connections to these historical mining operations, with much of the land transitioning over time from industrial use to private rural holdings and protected forest corridors.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 3 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 92 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.