Wollumboola crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
8 recorded in this period, compared with 5 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wollumboola
Wollumboola is a locality situated within the City of Shoalhaven in New South Wales, sharing the postcode 2540 with the neighbouring town of Culburra Beach. Its geography is defined by the coastal environment, featuring the significant Wollumboola Lake, an intermittently closed and open lake system (ICOLL) of high ecological value. The area is largely characterised by its proximity to protected wetlands and coastal bushland, contributing to a sparse population density with a demographic profile that aligns with the broader Shoalhaven region’s mix of residential and tourism-oriented households.
Local life in the area is closely linked to the recreational use of Lake Wollumboola and the nearby coastline, which are popular for birdwatching, fishing, and non-motorised water sports. Amenities are primarily accessed through the adjacent service hub of Culburra Beach, which provides essential retail, schooling, and community services. The heritage of the area is deeply rooted in the traditional custodianship of the region by the Jerrinja people, who maintain significant cultural and historical ties to the lake and its surrounding landscape, which remain central to the locality’s environmental and cultural identity.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 28 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.