Benerembah crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
6 recorded in this period, compared with 10 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Benerembah
Benerembah is a rural locality situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, within the Carrathool Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2680. Geographically, the area is characterized by flat, arid-to-semi-arid plains typical of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area periphery, with land use predominantly dedicated to intensive agriculture, dryland cropping, and livestock grazing. Due to its expansive rural nature, the population is very small and dispersed, primarily consisting of farming families and agricultural workers.
Local life and amenities in Benerembah are centered around primary agricultural production, with the community relying on nearby major regional hubs such as Griffith for secondary education, specialized healthcare, commercial retail, and broader social services. Infrastructure within the locality itself is minimal, generally comprising local rural roads, grain storage facilities, and agricultural supply networks necessary to support the surrounding farming enterprises.
The history of Benerembah is closely tied to the pastoral expansion of the 19th century and the subsequent transformation of the Riverina through the development of irrigation schemes in the early-to-mid 20th century. The locality's name is derived from the historic Benerembah pastoral run, which predated the closer settlement and subdivision of the land for agricultural development.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 140 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.