Tuross Head crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
48 recorded in this period, compared with 47 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tuross Head
Tuross Head is a coastal village located in the Eurobodalla Shire of New South Wales, with the postcode 2537. It is situated on a peninsula between the Pacific Ocean and the Tuross and Coila Lakes. Positioned approximately 45 kilometres south of Batemans Bay, the locality is defined by its headlands, sandy beaches, and protected estuarine environments. As of the 2021 Census, the population was approximately 2,200, characterised by a high proportion of retirees and a seasonal influx of visitors during summer months, which expands the local population for tourism-related activities.
The local economy and lifestyle are centered on outdoor recreation, including fishing, surfing, and bushwalking along coastal paths. Amenities in the village include a local shopping centre, a country club, and a range of residential dwellings that take advantage of elevated coastal views. The village is connected to the wider region via the Princes Highway. Historically, the area was the traditional land of the Yuin people, with archaeological evidence of long-term Indigenous occupation. European settlement began in the 19th century, initially driven by agriculture and timber milling, before the area evolved into a residential and tourist destination throughout the 20th century.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 7 | 6 |
| Malicious damage to property | 6 | 11 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 4 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 4 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 4 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 3 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 1 |
| Trespass | 2 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 3 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 2 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,353 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.