Bredbo crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
15 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 Bredbo
Bredbo is a rural locality situated in the Southern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2626. Located approximately 35 kilometres south of Queanbeyan along the Monaro Highway, the settlement is defined by the surrounding tableland topography and the path of the Bredbo River, a tributary of the Murrumbidgee River. The population is relatively small, reflecting a dispersed rural demographic engaged primarily in regional agriculture and grazing.
The local community centers around a compact township featuring basic amenities designed to serve residents and passing highway traffic, including a historic hotel, a local café, and community gathering spaces. Bredbo functions largely as a rural residential and agricultural service hub, with many residents commuting to nearby urban centers such as Queanbeyan and Canberra for employment, education, and broader services.
European settlement in the area dates back to the 1830s, when pastoral runs were established along the Monaro stock routes. The locality preserves several historical buildings from the 19th century, reflecting its origins as a coaching stop and rural outpost along the route to the Snowy Mountains. Its heritage is characterized by vernacular architecture and historical markers associated with the region's pastoral expansion.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 0 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 392 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.