Breadalbane crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
8 recorded in this period, compared with 8 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Breadalbane
Breadalbane is a small rural locality situated in the Southern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Upper Lachlan Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2581. Geographically, the area is characterized by high-altitude, open pastoral country utilized predominantly for sheep and cattle grazing. According to Australian census data, Breadalbane and its surrounding catchment support a sparse population, reflecting a tranquil, agrarian lifestyle typical of the region's smaller rural settlements.
Local life in Breadalbane is quiet and self-reliant, centered around agriculture and community-focused living. Due to its small population, the locality lacks extensive commercial amenities; residents typically travel to nearby larger service centers such as Gunning, Goulburn, or Crookwell for retail, secondary education, and specialized healthcare. The area is accessible via the Hume Highway corridor, which connects local properties to regional hubs and the broader interstate transport network.
Historically, Breadalbane emerged in the 19th century as a significant staging point following European settlement and the expansion of the Main Southern railway line. The locality contains several historical markers of its nineteenth-century development, reflecting the era's pastoral expansion and the establishment of transport links connecting Sydney to Melbourne.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other theft | 3 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 2 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 107 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.