Brucedale crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Brucedale
Brucedale is a semi-rural locality situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, within the City of Wagga Wagga local government area and bearing the postcode 2650. Located just north of the regional city of Wagga Wagga, the area is characterized by a landscape of rolling plains and agricultural land adjacent to the Murrumbidgee River catchment. Demographically, Brucedale functions primarily as a quiet residential and acreage community, with many residents commuting into nearby Wagga Wagga for employment, education, and major commercial services.
Local life in Brucedale is defined by its peaceful, rural-residential atmosphere. Amenities within the immediate locality are sparse, typically limited to local roads, scattered farmsteads, and residential properties, with residents relying entirely on neighboring Wagga Wagga for retail, healthcare, and secondary education. The community enjoys a relaxed lifestyle space, combining open natural surroundings with close proximity to urban conveniences.
Historically, the area developed as part of the broader expansion of the Riverina pastoral and agricultural districts following European settlement in the 19th century. The locality takes its name from historical land holdings and early settlers in the district. While it has retained its predominantly rural character over the decades, modern Brucedale has experienced gradual growth as an acreage suburb supporting the expansion of the greater Wagga Wagga population.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 184 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.