Yallah crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
17 recorded in this period, compared with 22 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Yallah
Yallah is a semi-rural locality situated in the Illawarra region of New South Wales, falling within the City of Wollongong local government area (postcode 2530). Geographically, it is positioned on the western shores of Lake Illawarra, characterized by low-lying floodplains and a transition from agricultural land to residential fringes. Demographically, the area remains sparsely populated compared to neighboring suburbs, maintaining a quiet, rural atmosphere while serving as a strategic transport corridor via the Princes Highway and the South Coast railway line.
Local life in Yallah is defined by its proximity to the lake and its integration into the wider regional infrastructure. The area hosts the Yallah TAFE NSW campus, which provides vocational training to the broader Illawarra community, alongside a mix of small-scale commercial enterprises and roadside businesses. While the locality lacks a dense traditional town center, it functions largely as a transition zone between the urban expansion of West Dapto and the rural landscapes further inland. Historical records indicate that the area was originally part of the early colonial agricultural development of the Illawarra, with its name reflecting indigenous roots. Over time, the region’s heritage has been defined by its evolution from pastoral grazing lands to its current status as a key logistical and educational node within the Wollongong administrative region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 2 | 5 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 1 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 1 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 122 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.