A safety audit of the area was conducted in 2011 after it was deemed necessary by organisations such as Leeton Shire Council, NSW Police and Housing NSW.

The idea behind the audit was to identify trouble areas in Wattle Hill and come up with solutions to address how those problems could be solved.

The audit stemmed from a number of incidents, but was an idea that had been previously discussed.

Since it was conducted, council has spent about $30,000 on street lighting in Wattle Hill, which was identified as a major issue by residents.

"At the time residents were saying the lack of proper street lighting wasn't helping the situation out there," mayor Paul Maytom said.

"That seems to be helping now.

"We've also put in a footpath that helps to link Wattle Hill to Leeton.

"Improvements have also been made at Gossamer Park, including $23,000 that was spent on a toilet block."

Police have also been conducting regular patrols in the area, but residents have been encouraged to report anything that may seem out of place.

Well-known Wattle Hill resident June Lewis said she wouldn't want to live anywhere else.

"A lot of people look down on Wattle Hill, but I love it," she said.

"I've lived here for 43 years.

"It doesn't matter where you live there are always going to be bad eggs, but I would say everything is going along quite all right at the moment.

"I get along well with everyone out here."

Cr Maytom was hopeful safety had been stepped up a notch for those living in Wattle Hill.

"We still receive regular complaints about some of the housing situations there, but as a council that's not really our area," he said.

"People worry about the dilapidated and untidy condition of some houses.

"What we would encourage is for residents to get in touch with the Department of Housing (Housing NSW) and express their concerns to them."

Cr Maytom expressed his thanks to the Parental and Community Engagement program for its assistance in connecting with Wattle Hill residents, as well as the Leeton Community Church.