Wylies Flat crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wylies Flat
Wylies Flat is a rural locality situated within the Singleton Council local government area in New South Wales, sharing the 2330 postcode with the surrounding Hunter Valley region. Geographically, the area is characterized by low-lying pastoral land and floodplains associated with the Hunter River catchment. As a sparsely populated agricultural district, Wylies Flat maintains a negligible permanent resident population, with land use primarily dedicated to large-scale cattle grazing, cropping, and private rural holdings.
The locality functions as an extension of the broader Singleton hinterland, lacking centralized commercial amenities or public infrastructure. Residents rely on the nearby regional hub of Singleton for essential services, including healthcare, primary and secondary education, and retail. Historically, the region was shaped by early 19th-century European land grants and the subsequent development of the Hunter Valley’s pastoral industry. While the area retains its agricultural character, it remains largely defined by its quiet, open landscape rather than concentrated historical settlements or heritage-listed sites.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 50 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.