Bevendale crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 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 Bevendale
Bevendale is a rural locality situated in the Southern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Upper Lachlan Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2581. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, primarily dedicated to grazing and livestock production. Due to its rural nature, Bevendale has a very low population density, with residents largely dispersed across broad-acre farms and rural properties rather than concentrated in an urban centre.
Local life in Bevendale is centered around agricultural pursuits and community-based connections, with residents relying on nearby towns such as Gunning, Crookwell, or Yass for commercial services, healthcare, and secondary education. The locality lacks significant commercial amenities, maintaining a quiet, pastoral lifestyle typical of the smaller settlements in the Upper Lachlan region.
European history in the Bevendale area dates back to the 19th century, following the expansion of pastoral settlement throughout the Southern Tablelands. The locality retains its historical ties to early Australian sheep and cattle farming, with historic homesteads, rural infrastructure, and family farm holdings reflecting the enduring agricultural heritage of the district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 45 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.