Boomanoomana crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
6 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Boomanoomana
Boomanoomana is a rural locality situated in the Riverina region of southern New South Wales, within the Berrigan Shire local government area and carrying the postcode 2712. Geographically, the area is bounded to the south by the Murray River, which forms the border between New South Wales and Victoria. The surrounding landscape is flat, fertile, and heavily modified for agricultural purposes, predominantly supporting dryland and irrigated farming, including cropping and grazing. Demographically, Boomanoomana is sparsely populated, reflecting the broader settlement pattern of the surrounding agricultural district.
Local life and amenities in Boomanoomana are intimately tied to its agricultural setting and proximity to larger neighboring centres. There are few commercial or civic amenities within the locality itself; residents rely on nearby towns such as Barooga and Yarrawonga (located just across the Murray River in Victoria) for retail, healthcare, education, and social services. The area features local road networks connecting primary producers to regional freight routes, and the natural environment along the Murray River provides opportunities for recreational activities such as fishing and boating.
The history of the area is rooted in traditional Indigenous custodianship by the Barapa Barapa and Yorta Yorta nations, followed by European pastoral settlement in the mid-19th century. The locality takes its name from the historic Boomanoomana station, a significant pastoral holding established during the early European expansion into the Riverina. While few built heritage structures remain from the early colonial period, the cultural landscape reflects the enduring legacy of pastoralism, irrigation development, and the utilization of the Murray River as a vital transport and resource corridor.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 116 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.