Burradoo crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
42 recorded in this period, compared with 52 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Burradoo
Burradoo is a residential locality in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, situated within the Wingecarribee Shire local government area under the postcode 2576. Located immediately west of the major regional hub of Bowral, the area is characterized by a cool temperate climate, flat terrain, and a spacious suburban-rural layout defined by mature deciduous trees and expansive gardens. The community is demographically mature, with a notable proportion of families and retirees.
Local life in Burradoo is predominantly residential and quiet, functioning largely as an extension of neighboring Bowral's commercial and social infrastructure. The locality contains limited commercial retail activity, relying instead on nearby towns for shopping, dining, and professional services. However, Burradoo is well-known for its educational institutions, hosting several prominent private boarding and day schools. Transport links are facilitated by the Main Southern railway line, with Burradoo railway station providing regional passenger services to Sydney and Canberra.
Historically, the area developed alongside the broader colonization and agricultural expansion of the Wingecarribee region in the 19th century. Its name is of Aboriginal origin. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, wealthy industrialists and pastoralists from Sydney established large country estates and grand summer residences in Burradoo to escape the heat of the coastal basin. Today, many of these historic properties, heritage-listed homes, and culturally significant gardens remain intact, preserving the area's distinctive architectural character.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 5 | 2 |
| Fraud | 4 | 9 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 8 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 5 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 3 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 4 |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 3 |
| Offensive conduct | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 6 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 2 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,879 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.