Wisemans Ferry crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
39 recorded in this period, compared with 41 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wisemans Ferry
Wisemans Ferry is a rural locality (postcode 2775) situated approximately 75 kilometres north-west of the Sydney central business district, located within The Hills Shire local government area. The region is defined by its position on the banks of the Hawkesbury River, where the landscape is characterized by rugged sandstone cliffs and dense bushland. The area serves as a transit point between the Central Coast and the north-western suburbs of Sydney, supported by the historic Wisemans Ferry cable crossing. The locality maintains a small, dispersed population, with many residents engaged in agricultural, tourism, or service-based occupations.
The local community is centred on a village atmosphere that caters to both residents and visitors, with amenities including a public school, a small shopping precinct, cafés, and various recreational facilities. The riverside location is a popular destination for water-based activities such as boating, fishing, and water skiing, as well as camping and picnicking. Access to the surrounding Dharug and Yengo National Parks provides significant opportunities for bushwalking and environmental exploration, contributing to the area's role as a regional gateway for outdoor tourism.
European settlement in the area dates back to the early 19th century, with the town named after Solomon Wiseman, a former convict who established a ferry service across the Hawkesbury River in 1827. This crossing became a vital link on the Great North Road, which was constructed using convict labour to connect Sydney with the Hunter Valley. Today, the locality retains several sites of historical significance, including remnants of the Great North Road—a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site—and various heritage-listed colonial buildings.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other theft | 7 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 5 | 6 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 7 |
| Liquor offences | 4 | 6 |
| Other offences | 4 | 1 |
| Assault Police | 2 | 0 |
| Fraud | 2 | 5 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 3 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 4 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 233 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.