Bibbenluke crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bibbenluke
Bibbenluke is a small rural locality situated in the Monaro region of New South Wales, within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2632. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating tableland country, native pastures, and agricultural land situated near the Coolumbooka River. The population is small and predominantly dispersed across surrounding pastoral properties, reflecting the broader demographic trends of the region's agricultural sector.
Local life in Bibbenluke centers heavily on primary production, primarily sheep and cattle grazing. Due to its small population, the locality relies on nearby larger service towns—such as Bombala and Cooma—for comprehensive commercial, educational, and medical amenities. Community activity often revolves around local agricultural pursuits and regional events, maintaining a quiet, rural lifestyle typical of the Monaro tablelands.
The area has a rich pastoral history dating back to early European settlement in the 19th century, when the land was taken up for sheep and cattle stations. Its heritage is preserved through several historic rural properties, homesteads, and infrastructure remnants from the colonial era. The name Bibbenluke is derived from an Aboriginal word, reflecting the region's Indigenous history prior to European occupation.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 82 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.