Argalong crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 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 Argalong
Argalong is a rural locality situated in the Snowy Valleys Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2720 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating topography, agricultural lands, and proximity to the foothills of the Snowy Mountains region. Due to its rural nature, Argalong has a very low population density, with residents primarily dispersed across large agricultural holdings and lifestyle properties.
Local life in Argalong is predominantly centered around primary production, including beef cattle grazing, sheep farming, and forestry-related activities. The locality operates largely self-sufficiently, relying on nearby larger regional centres—such as Tumut—for commercial retail, professional services, secondary education, and healthcare. Community interaction is typically informal, anchored by rural firefighting services and local agricultural networks.
Historically, the area developed in the 19th century alongside the broader settlement and gold-mining expansion of the South West Slopes region of New South Wales. European presence initially focused on pastoral leases, which gradually evolved into mixed farming enterprises. While few commercial or public infrastructure landmarks remain from its earliest colonial period, the cultural landscape reflects the enduring heritage of traditional Australian high-country farming and forestry industries.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 4 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 16 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.