Calimo crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
15 recorded in this period, compared with 6 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Calimo
Calimo is a rural locality situated in the Riverina region of southern New South Wales, within the Murray River Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2710. Geographically, the area is characterised by flat, expansive plains associated with the Murray-Darling basin, supporting a predominantly agricultural landscape dedicated to irrigation, cropping, and livestock grazing. Due to its rural nature, the population is very small and dispersed, with residents typically residing on large landholdings or agricultural properties rather than in a concentrated township.
Local life and amenities in Calimo are intrinsically linked to primary production, with the regional economy relying heavily on agriculture and associated support services. For commercial services, education, health care, and social amenities, residents generally travel to nearby regional service centres such as Deniliquin or Mathoura. The locality itself lacks commercial infrastructure, functioning primarily as a quiet farming community embedded within the broader Riverina agricultural network.
The history and heritage of Calimo reflect the broader European settlement patterns of the Riverina, which saw traditional Aboriginal lands transformed into large pastoral leases during the 19th century. The region's development was subsequently shaped by the expansion of irrigation infrastructure, which converted dryland pastoral runs into intensive farming enterprises. While the locality contains few built heritage sites of major civic prominence, its cultural landscape remains defined by long-standing farming families and the historical evolution of Murray River pastoralism.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 6 | 3 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 71 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.