Windella crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
21 recorded in this period, compared with 12 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Windella
Windella is a semi-rural locality situated within the City of Maitland local government area in New South Wales, holding the postcode 2320. Geographically, it is positioned to the west of the Maitland urban centre, characterized by undulating terrain and a landscape primarily composed of large-lot residential estates and agricultural holdings. The demographic profile is largely defined by families and professionals who commute to nearby regional hubs such as Maitland, Newcastle, or the Upper Hunter for employment, drawn by the area's spacious residential environment.
Local life in Windella is defined by its quiet, suburban-fringe atmosphere, offering limited on-site commercial amenities in favour of proximity to the services available in the neighbouring suburbs of Rutherford and Telarah. Residents rely on these adjacent localities for essential retail, medical services, and primary education. While the area lacks a high density of public facilities, its layout prioritizes privacy and open space. Historically, Windella has evolved from pastoral land into its current residential form, reflecting the broader suburban expansion of the Hunter Valley region. Its development has been incremental, preserving the rural character of the locality while integrating it into the growing residential footprint of the Maitland municipality.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 6 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 2 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Coercive Control | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 845 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.