Wandandian crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
27 recorded in this period, compared with 26 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wandandian
Wandandian is a rural locality situated in the City of Shoalhaven, New South Wales, located approximately 20 kilometers south of Nowra. Positioned along the Princes Highway, the area is characterized by its proximity to Wandandian Creek and the surrounding temperate forests and pastoral lands. The locality maintains a small, stable population, with residents predominantly living in low-density, detached housing set within a landscape defined by its connection to the South Coast hinterland.
Local life in Wandandian is largely focused on agricultural pursuits and semi-rural living, with the community serving as a quieter residential alternative to the nearby coastal hubs of Sussex Inlet and St Georges Basin. Amenities are limited within the locality itself, necessitating travel to neighboring towns for major services, though the area is known for its natural environment, including accessible trails and waterways. Historically, the region was inhabited by the Yuin people before European settlement, which saw the area develop primarily through timber harvesting and agriculture during the 19th and 20th centuries. Today, Wandandian remains a locality of historical significance to the Shoalhaven region, preserving elements of its pastoral heritage amidst modern regional growth.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 9 | 7 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 2 |
| Other theft | 2 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Dealing, trafficking in other drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 359 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.