Colinton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
6 recorded in this period, compared with 8 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Colinton
Colinton is a small rural locality situated in the Southern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council local government area and carrying the postcode 2626. Geographically defined by undulating pastoral country characteristic of the Monaro, the area experiences a cool temperate climate with cold winters and warm summers. Demographically, Colinton is sparsely populated, with the local population primarily engaged in agricultural industries, particularly sheep and cattle grazing.
Local life in Colinton is quiet and rural-centric, relying heavily on surrounding regional hubs for comprehensive services, commerce, and secondary education. The locality has few local amenities within its immediate boundaries, functioning mainly as a dispersed farming community. Transport connectivity is provided by regional road networks, including the Monaro Highway, which links the district to major centers like Queanbeyan, Canberra, and Cooma.
Historically, Colinton developed during the 19th-century expansion of European settlement in the Monaro, driven by the establishment of large pastoral leases. The arrival of the Bombala railway line in the early 20th century played a significant role in the economic development of the wider district, facilitating the transport of agricultural produce. Today, elements of this heritage remain visible in the rural landscape through historic homesteads, old transport infrastructure, and the enduring pastoral character of the area.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Murder | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 115 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.