Bannaby crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 8 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bannaby
Bannaby is a rural locality in the Southern Tablelands region of New South Wales, situated within the Upper Lachlan Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2580. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating grazing country, native bushland, and cleared agricultural properties typical of the Great Dividing Range foothills. Due to its expansive rural landscape, Bannaby has a very low population density, with residents primarily residing on large rural landholdings and farm properties rather than in a concentrated town centre.
Local life in Bannaby is predominantly centered around primary agricultural industries, particularly sheep and cattle grazing. The locality functions as a quiet residential and farming community with minimal commercial infrastructure. For major retail, health, education, and civic services, residents generally rely on nearby regional service centres such as Goulburn, Taralga, and Crookwell.
Historically, the area was part of the traditional lands of Indigenous Australian language groups before European settlement in the 19th century. Following British colonisation, the district was rapidly integrated into the pastoral expansion of New South Wales. The region's heritage is preserved primarily through its historic rural properties, pastoral infrastructure, and the enduring agricultural land-use patterns established during the colonial era.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 47 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.