Braidwood crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
88 recorded in this period, compared with 134 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Braidwood
Braidwood is a historic town located in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, situated within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council local government area (postcode 2622). Positioned roughly 60 kilometres east of Canberra and 200 kilometres south-west of Sydney, the locality serves as a rural hub surrounded by agricultural lands, dry sclerophyll forests, and proximity to the Morton National Park. According to the 2021 Australian census, the broader Braidwood district supports a population of approximately 2,000 residents, reflecting a tight-knit community that has experienced gradual growth driven by migration from nearby urban centres.
The town functions as a local service centre, featuring a commercial district along its main thoroughfare, Wallace Street, which is lined with operational businesses, cafes, art galleries, and essential civic services. Amenities include local primary and secondary schooling options, medical facilities, sports grounds, and community halls that host regular agricultural shows and markets. The local economy is traditionally underpinned by sheep and cattle grazing, alongside a growing emphasis on tourism, arts, and crafts, which are supported by the town's distinct visual aesthetic.
Braidwood is historically significant as New South Wales' first officially surveyed gold rush town, following the discovery of gold in the region in the 1850s. The townscape remains remarkably intact, retaining much of its colonial-era architecture from the mid-to-late 19th century. In recognition of its well-preserved streetscapes and historical integrity, the entire town of Braidwood was listed on the NSW State Heritage Register in 2006, making it one of the few urban areas in Australia with such comprehensive heritage protection.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 8 | 17 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 8 | 5 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 6 | 5 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 6 | 9 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 6 | 5 |
| Other theft | 6 | 14 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 5 | 11 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 5 | 7 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 5 |
| Fraud | 4 | 14 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 5 |
| Steal from retail store | 4 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 3 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 3 |
| Other drug offences | 2 | 1 |
| Other offences | 2 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,720 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.