Balldale crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 15 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Balldale
Balldale is a small rural locality situated in the Riverina region of southern New South Wales, within the Federation Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2646. The surrounding landscape is characterized by flat, fertile plains primarily dedicated to dryland agriculture, cropping, and livestock grazing. In common with many small agricultural settlements in the region, Balldale records a small, dispersed population living across the township and surrounding farming properties.
Local life in Balldale centers around its agricultural identity and community ties, with basic services and commercial infrastructure supplemented by nearby larger towns such as Corowa and Albury. The locality functions largely as a residential and operational hub for the surrounding farming community. Amenities within the immediate settlement are minimal, relying on regional centers for extensive retail, health, and educational facilities.
Established during the late 19th century as agricultural settlement expanded through the Riverina, Balldale developed as a rural service point following the arrival of the railway. The locality retains its historic rural character, featuring heritage elements typical of early Australian wheat-belt communities, including historical public infrastructure and agricultural buildings that reflect its origins as a regional transport and farming node.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 168 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.