Adaminaby crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
43 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 Adaminaby
Adaminaby is a locality situated in the Snowy Monaro Regional Council area of New South Wales, within the postcode 2629. Located in the Snowy Mountains region, the area is characterized by a cool temperate alpine climate, featuring cold winters with regular snowfall and mild summers. At the 2021 census, Adaminaby recorded a small, permanent residential population, though the demographic fluctuates seasonally due to tourism driven by its proximity to the ski fields of Kosciuszko National Park.
The local economy and community life are largely centered around tourism, agriculture, and outdoor recreation, particularly trout fishing, bushwalking, and winter sports. Essential local amenities include a small commercial centre with cafes, accommodation providers, and services catering to both residents and visitors. The locality is supported by community facilities such as a local primary school, a historical museum, and sporting grounds, functioning as a gateway to the northern areas of the Snowy Mountains.
Originally established in the 1840s as a staging post for the Kiandra gold rush, the original townsite of Adaminaby was submerged in the late 1950s due to the construction of Lake Eucumbene as part of the Snowy Mountains Scheme. Consequently, the entire town was relocated to its present site between 1957 and 1958. Today, Adaminaby preserves its heritage through relocated historic buildings and is widely recognized as the home of the "Big Trout," an iconic 10-metre-long fibreglass sculpture erected in 1973 to celebrate the region's prominent fishing industry.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Liquor offences | 11 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 5 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 5 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 3 |
| Other offences | 3 | 7 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 1 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Offensive conduct | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 339 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.