Braemar Bay crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
0 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 Braemar Bay
Braemar Bay is a rural locality situated in the Snowy Monaro Regional Council area of New South Wales, within the 2628 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by its high-altitude tableland environment, featuring undulating terrain, open grazing land, and proximity to the region's major waterways and the broader Snowy Mountains foothills. Due to its remote and sparsely populated nature, demographic data is largely subsumed within the wider Snowy Monaro statistical area, reflecting a very low permanent population density comprised primarily of rural landholders and agricultural workers.
Local life in Braemar Bay is defined by primary production, predominantly pastoral activities such as sheep and cattle grazing. Due to its secluded setting, the locality lacks commercial hubs, retail centers, and urban amenities, with residents relying on nearby service centers such as Berridale, Cooma, or Jindabyne for shopping, healthcare, education, and professional services. Recreational pursuits in the area are largely tied to the natural environment, benefiting from proximity to alpine regions for seasonal activities, as well as local fishing, bushwalking, and wildlife observation.
Historically, the region's development was shaped by European exploration and the subsequent expansion of the pastoral industry in the 19th century. Indigenous custodianship of the Monaro high country preceded European settlement, with local Traditional Owners utilizing the seasonal resources of the alpine and sub-alpine zones. Over generations, the heritage of Braemar Bay has remained closely linked to the traditional agricultural practices, rural infrastructure, and historic land grants that established the foundational economy of the Snowy Monaro region.
Recorded offence categories
No offences are recorded in this period, so there is no leading category.
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 16 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.