Coolringdon crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Coolringdon
Coolringdon is a rural locality situated in the Snowy Monaro Regional Council area of New South Wales, within the 2630 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by the vast, elevated plains and undulating topography typical of the Monaro region, experiencing cold winters and mild summers. Population-wise, Coolringdon is very sparsely populated, consisting primarily of dispersed rural properties, agricultural holdings, and large land parcels dedicated to livestock grazing, particularly sheep and cattle.
Due to its remote and rural nature, Coolringdon has limited local amenities, relying instead on the nearby regional service centre of Cooma for commercial, educational, and medical services. Local life is centered around primary agricultural production and the management of rural estates. The locality features no distinct commercial hubs or public facilities, maintaining a quiet, pastoral character with access provided via regional roadways connected to the Snowy Mountains Highway.
Historically, the area was traditional land for Indigenous Australian groups before European settlement in the 19th century. The locality takes its name from the historic "Coolringdon" pastoral run, established during the early European expansion into the Monaro district for squatting and sheep farming. Several heritage-listed pastoral homesteads and agricultural structures from the 19th century remain scattered across the landscape, reflecting the region's long-standing history as a foundational area for the New South Wales wool and livestock industries.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Offensive conduct | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 73 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.