Bango crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bango
Bango is a rural locality situated in the Southern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Yass Valley Council local government area and carrying the postcode 2582. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, pastoral estates, and native vegetation typical of the region's tablelands topography. Demographically, Bango has a very low population density, with residents primarily residing on large rural landholdings and working in agriculture, livestock grazing, and related rural industries.
Local life in Bango is centered around primary agricultural pursuits, particularly sheep and cattle grazing, alongside emerging viticulture and rural lifestyle properties. The locality operates largely without commercial amenities, relying instead on nearby towns such as Yass and Bowning for retail, healthcare, education, and professional services. Transport links are facilitated by local rural roads that connect the community to the Hume Highway corridor, supporting access to broader regional centers and Canberra.
Historically, the region developed following European settlement in the 19th century, transitioning from traditional Indigenous custodianship to pastoral expansion. The surrounding district maintains a rich agricultural heritage linked to early New South Wales land grants and the establishment of historic homesteads, transport routes, and rural communities across the Yass Valley.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 122 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.