Whittingham crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
20 recorded in this period, compared with 38 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Whittingham
Whittingham is a rural locality (postcode 2330) situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, within the Singleton Council local government area. Geographically, the area is characterized by low-lying plains and productive agricultural land, positioned along the New England Highway between the towns of Singleton and Branxton. While it functions primarily as a semi-rural residential and farming community, it maintains close proximity to the larger service hubs of the Singleton district.
The area is historically significant as part of the early European expansion into the Hunter Valley, with land grants dating back to the early 19th century. The locality features various heritage-listed sites and agricultural homesteads that reflect its pastoral origins. Today, local life is defined by its rural setting, with amenities primarily concentrated in the neighboring town of Singleton. Whittingham remains a quiet, decentralized locality, contributing to the broader agricultural and historical character of the Upper Hunter region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 4 | 10 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 4 |
| Other theft | 2 | 4 |
| Arson | 1 | 3 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 2 |
| Trespass | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 421 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.