Wilberforce crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
99 recorded in this period, compared with 118 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wilberforce
Wilberforce is a semi-rural locality situated within the Hawkesbury region of New South Wales, approximately 60 kilometres north-west of the Sydney central business district. Positioned on the eastern bank of the Hawkesbury River, the area is characterized by low-lying floodplains and a transition from agricultural land to residential acreage. Administratively part of the City of Hawkesbury (postcode 2756), the demographic profile reflects a mixture of established farming families and commuters who favor the area’s spacious residential lots and proximity to the regional hub of Windsor.
The locality functions primarily as a quiet residential and agricultural community, anchored by the Wilberforce Shopping Centre, which provides essential services and local retail outlets. Educational needs are supported by the local public primary school, while the surrounding landscape offers various recreational spaces for outdoor activities. The area maintains a distinct village atmosphere, characterized by its open vistas and connection to the broader Hawkesbury River valley.
Historically, Wilberforce was one of the five "Macquarie Towns" established by Governor Lachlan Macquarie in 1810, named in honor of the British abolitionist William Wilberforce. Its early development was central to the colonial expansion of the Hawkesbury district, which served as a vital agricultural resource for the fledgling colony. Today, the area preserves its heritage through several significant historic sites, including the reconstructed Australiana Pioneer Village, which serves as an open-air museum documenting early colonial life, and various heritage-listed buildings that underscore its role in Australia’s developmental history.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 14 | 17 |
| Malicious damage to property | 12 | 17 |
| Other offences | 10 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 8 | 7 |
| Fraud | 8 | 7 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 8 | 5 |
| Arson | 7 | 5 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 7 | 5 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 6 | 5 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 4 | 5 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 3 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 5 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 11 |
| Assault Police | 1 | 1 |
| Liquor offences | 1 | 0 |
| Offensive conduct | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 7 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,957 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.