Braemar crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
41 recorded in this period, compared with 39 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Braemar
Braemar is a semi-rural locality situated in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, within the Wingecarribee Shire council area and holding the postcode 2575. Located approximately 110 kilometres southwest of Sydney, the area transitions between residential, agricultural, and commercial zones. At the 2021 census, Braemar recorded a growing population, reflecting the broader demographic expansion of the Southern Highlands commuter belt.
Local life in Braemar is characterized by a mix of established residential pockets and emerging commercial precincts, particularly along the Hume Highway corridor, which provides direct access to major economic hubs like Sydney and Canberra. The locality includes light industrial and bulky-goods retail areas that serve the surrounding Wingecarribee region, while residents rely on adjacent towns like Mittagong and Bowral for comprehensive educational, medical, and social services.
Historically, Braemar developed along early transport routes connecting Sydney to the interior of New South Wales. The locality derives its name from Braemar House, a historic local property. Over time, the area has evolved from a primarily agricultural landscape into a mixed-use locality while retaining its connection to the rich pastoral and transportation heritage of the Southern Highlands.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 5 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 2 |
| Steal from retail store | 4 | 2 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Fraud | 3 | 7 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 4 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 1 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 0 |
| Trespass | 2 | 3 |
| Assault Police | 1 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 3 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 966 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.