Boxers Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
28 recorded in this period, compared with 12 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Boxers Creek
Boxers Creek is a rural locality in the Southern Tablelands region of New South Wales, situated within the Goulburn Mulwaree Council local government area and the 2580 postcode. Located just northeast of the regional city of Goulburn and approximately two hours' drive from Sydney, the area is characterized by an undulating topography featuring a mix of cleared agricultural land, native bushland, and rural-residential properties. The population is small and predominantly comprises families and retirees seeking a quiet country lifestyle, with the local economy closely tied to nearby Goulburn for employment, commerce, and services.
Due to its strictly rural nature, Boxers Creek lacks a dedicated commercial center, relying instead on Goulburn for major retail, educational, and healthcare amenities. The locality is primarily traversed by local rural roads, offering residents scenic views and open space while maintaining accessibility to the Hume Highway corridor. Agricultural pursuits in the area are generally small-scale, consisting of hobby farming, livestock grazing, and equine properties.
Historically, the broader Goulburn Mulwaree region played an important role in the pastoral and agricultural expansion of New South Wales following European settlement in the early 19th century. Boxers Creek itself developed as part of the rural hinterland supporting Goulburn, one of Australia's oldest inland cities. While the locality contains few major commercial historic sites, its landscape reflects the long-standing pastoral traditions of the Southern Tablelands.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 4 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 4 | 4 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 2 | 0 |
| Trespass | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 1 | 0 |
| Dealing, trafficking in narcotics | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 2 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 259 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.