Dangelong crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 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 Dangelong
Dangelong is a rural locality situated in the Snowy Monaro Regional Council area of New South Wales, encompassing the postcode 2630. Geographically, the area is characterized by the rugged terrain, rolling hills, and high-altitude landscapes typical of the Monaro region. Due to its expansive rural nature, Dangelong has a low population density, with residents primarily dispersed across large agricultural properties and pastoral holdings.
Local life in Dangelong is centered around primary agricultural industries, predominantly sheep grazing and cattle farming. The locality operates largely independently of major commercial amenities, relying instead on the nearby regional service centers such as Cooma for retail, healthcare, education, and government services. Infrastructure within Dangelong is minimal, consisting mainly of rural access roads and local property tracks servicing the surrounding farming community.
The history of Dangelong is intertwined with the European pastoral settlement of the Monaro district in the 19th century, when the land was first claimed for extensive grazing. Prior to European occupation, the region was traditional land for Indigenous Australian language groups, who moved through the high country seasonally. The cultural heritage of the locality is preserved through its historic farming estates, vernacular rural architecture, and long-standing pastoral families who have shaped the agricultural landscape for generations.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Stock theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 6 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.