Whitton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
86 recorded in this period, compared with 56 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Whitton
Whitton is a rural locality situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, within the Leeton Shire Council area and the postcode 2705. Located approximately 15 kilometers west of the town of Leeton, it is positioned in a predominantly agricultural landscape supported by the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area. The population is small and reflects the demographics of a traditional farming community, with economic activity focused largely on broad-acre cropping, viticulture, and local irrigation services.
The township provides essential amenities for its residents and the surrounding agricultural district, including a local hotel, primary school, and community hall. These facilities serve as the focal point for social life and civic engagement within the small community. Whitton maintains a quiet, village-style atmosphere, acting as a service hub for the localized irrigation networks and surrounding pastoral holdings.
Historically, Whitton was established during the late 19th century as a transport and supply node for the expanding pastoral industry of the Riverina. The township’s development was significantly influenced by the arrival of the railway line, which facilitated the transport of wheat and wool. Its heritage is preserved through various architectural landmarks and the preservation of its traditional layout, which reflects its origins as an early colonial settlement and subsequent adaptation to the regional irrigation boom of the early 20th century.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 15 | 3 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 12 | 8 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 8 | 7 |
| Breach bail conditions | 7 | 8 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 6 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 5 | 7 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 4 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 6 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 1 |
| Other drug offences | 3 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 2 |
| Trespass | 3 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 1 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 2 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Liquor offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 523 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.