Barratta crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
0 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Barratta
**Geography & Demographics** Barratta is a rural locality situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, within the Edward River Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2710. The geographic landscape is characterized by flat, arid-to-semi-arid terrain typical of the southern Riverina plains, heavily reliant on the region's network of rivers, creeks, and irrigation infrastructure. Due to its expansive agricultural zoning, the population is extremely sparse, consisting primarily of scattered farming families and agricultural workers rather than concentrated residential settlements.
**Local Life & Amenities** The local economy and lifestyle in Barratta are centered entirely around primary production, predominantly dryland and irrigated cropping, as well as sheep and cattle grazing. Because the locality lacks a dedicated commercial township or civic center, residents depend on nearby regional hubs such as Deniliquin for essential services, retail, healthcare, and education. Infrastructure within Barratta is largely limited to rural arterial roads, local farming properties, and irrigation channels managed by local water authorities.
**History & Heritage** Historically, the area was part of the traditional lands of Indigenous Australian language groups, whose presence is marked by scattered cultural heritage sites across the Riverina floodplains. Following European settlement in the 19th century, the region was carved into vast pastoral runs before being progressively subdivided into smaller agricultural holdings. The locality's name is historically tied to the sprawling 'Barratta Station', a prominent pastoral lease that played a significant role in the early wool and livestock history of the district.
Recorded offence categories
No offences are recorded in this period, so there is no leading category.
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 12 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.