Brungle crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Brungle
Brungle is a small rural locality situated in the South West Slopes region of New South Wales, within the Snowy Valleys Council local government area and carrying the postcode 2722. Lying roughly halfway between Tumut and Gundagai, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, pastoral valleys, and proximity to the Tumut River. Demographically, Brungle supports a small, dispersed population typical of rural New South Wales, with residents primarily engaged in agriculture, livestock grazing, and related regional industries.
Local life in Brungle is centered around a tight-knit rural community, relying heavily on the nearby larger towns of Tumut and Gundagai for major commercial, educational, and health services. Amenities within the immediate locality are limited, reflecting its small population base, though it functions as a quiet residential and farming hub. The area is accessed via local roadways connecting to the Hume and Snowy Mountains highways, supporting the movement of agricultural produce and local traffic.
Historically, the region has deep Indigenous and European heritage. Brungle is part of the traditional lands of the Wiradjuri people, who maintain a strong cultural presence in the area, particularly through the Brungle Aboriginal Mission established in the 19th century. European settlement followed in the mid-1800s as the fertile river valleys were opened up for pastoralism and gold prospecting, leaving a legacy of historic homesteads and rural landmarks throughout the Snowy Valleys district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 146 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.