Burragate crime statistics

About Burragate

Burragate is a rural locality situated in the Bega Valley Shire of New South Wales, within the 2550 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating topography, native bushland, and agricultural acreage, drained by tributaries of the Towamba River system. Due to its remote setting, the population is small and dispersed, primarily consisting of residents engaged in local primary production, lifestyle farming, and related rural pursuits.

Local life in Burragate revolves around rural living and community self-sufficiency, with residents generally accessing commercial, educational, and administrative services in nearby regional hubs such as Bombala or Eden. The locality features limited public infrastructure, though it relies on local road networks for connectivity to the broader Bega Valley region. Recreational opportunities are largely defined by the natural environment, encompassing bushwalking, wildlife observation, and rural property management.

European history in the Burragate area dates back to the 19th century, when the southern tablelands and coastal hinterlands were settled for pastoralism and timber-getting. The region's heritage is tied to early European exploration, agricultural expansion, and the displacement of the traditional Aboriginal custodians of the land. Historic markers, homesteads, and rural infrastructure from the colonial era remain scattered throughout the wider district, reflecting its long-standing pastoral roots.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · SAL 10700
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections