Avonside crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Avonside
Avonside is a rural locality situated in the Snowy Monaro Regional Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2628 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by the upland terrain and cooler temperate climate typical of the Monaro region, featuring expansive agricultural lands and native vegetation. Due to its remote and predominantly agricultural setting, Avonside has a very small population, with most residents residing on dispersed pastoral properties rather than in a concentrated township.
Local life in Avonside is centered around primary agricultural industries, predominantly sheep and cattle grazing. The locality operates largely without commercial amenities, relying instead on nearby regional centers such as Dalgety and Jindabyne for retail, healthcare, education, and community services. The sparse population and rugged natural surroundings contribute to a quiet, rural lifestyle characteristic of the high country.
Historically, the area was traditional land for Indigenous Australian peoples before European settlement in the 19th century. Following exploration and the establishment of the early pastoral leases in the Snowy Mountains region, Avonside developed as part of the broader Monaro pastoral network. Its historical footprint is primarily defined by early land grants, historic homesteads, and long-standing farming families who shaped the agricultural landscape of the region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 157 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.