Coolumbooka crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 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 Coolumbooka
Coolumbooka is a rural locality situated in the Snowy Monaro Regional Council area of New South Wales, encompassing the postcode 2632. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating topography, high-country pastures, and native bushland typical of the Monaro tablelands. Due to its expansive rural landholdings and rugged terrain, the population is very small and dispersed, with residents primarily engaged in primary production, particularly sheep and cattle grazing.
The locality is purely rural, lacking commercial town centers, retail hubs, or dedicated public amenities. Day-to-day services, education, and healthcare are accessed in nearby regional centers such as Bombala. Local infrastructure largely consists of rural properties, farmsteads, and connecting regional roadways that support the agricultural activities of the district.
Historically, Coolumbooka’s development is tied to the 19th-century European settlement and pastoral expansion of the Monaro region. The land was historically divided into large pastoral leases and sheep stations, shaping the agrarian character that remains visible today. While few formal heritage-listed landmarks stand publicly, the cultural landscape reflects the enduring history of European farming alongside the traditional custodianship of the Indigenous Monero (Ngarigo) people.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 13 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.