Beelbangera crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
14 recorded in this period, compared with 19 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Beelbangera
Beelbangera is a semi-rural locality situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, within the Griffith local government area and bearing the postcode 2680. Geographically, it is characterized by flat, highly fertile terrain integral to the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, supporting an agricultural landscape dominated by viticulture, horticulture, and citrus orchards. At the 2021 census, the locality and its surrounding rural catchment recorded a small population, maintaining a dispersed residential pattern typical of the region's intensive farming communities.
Local life in Beelbangera centers around its agricultural productivity and close ties to the nearby city of Griffith. The community is supported by local primary education facilities, basic commercial services, and community halls that host local events and gatherings. For broader retail, healthcare, and secondary education needs, residents primarily rely on the nearby urban center of Griffith, which is a short drive away. The economy is heavily driven by primary production, fruit packing, and winemaking operations that leverage the local climate and irrigation infrastructure.
The history of Beelbangera is closely tied to the early 20th-century development of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, which transformed the arid landscape into a productive agricultural hub through government-backed water management. Land in the area was progressively cleared and allocated to settlers, including many European migrants post-World War II, who shaped the region's agricultural and cultural identity, particularly in the wine and fruit-growing sectors.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 4 | 1 |
| Fraud | 2 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 3 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 2 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences against the person | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 358 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.