Watersleigh crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
0 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Watersleigh
Watersleigh is a rural locality situated within the City of Shoalhaven local government area in New South Wales, sharing the postcode 2540. Geographically, it is positioned in the hinterland west of the coastal town of Nowra, characterized by undulating terrain and native vegetation typical of the Shoalhaven region. Due to its sparse population and rural zoning, the area is not heavily subdivided, and demographic profiles reflect a small community primarily engaged in agricultural pursuits and low-density residential living.
The locality serves as a quiet buffer between the developed urban centers of the Shoalhaven and the more rugged bushland further inland. Amenities within Watersleigh are minimal, as residents typically rely on the nearby regional hub of Nowra for essential services, education, healthcare, and retail. Historically, the area was settled as part of the broader expansion of the Shoalhaven district, with its heritage intrinsically linked to the region’s early colonial agricultural development, land clearing for dairy farming, and timber harvesting. While few landmark structures remain, the landscape retains its character as a traditional rural fringe of the New South Wales South Coast.
Recorded offence categories
No offences are recorded in this period, so there is no leading category.
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 40 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.