Darbalara crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Darbalara
**Geography & Demographics** Darbalara is a rural locality in the South West Slopes region of New South Wales, situated within the Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council local government area and the 2722 postcode. The geography is characterized by undulating agricultural land, river flats, and proximity to the Murrumbidgee River system. As a sparsely populated rural community, demographic data for Darbalara is largely integrated with the broader Gundagai region, with residents primarily engaged in primary production, including sheep, cattle, and cropping.
**Local Life & Amenities** Life in Darbalara centers around pastoral activities and the natural environment. Due to its rural nature, the locality does not feature major commercial hubs or extensive public amenities; instead, residents rely on nearby Gundagai for retail, healthcare, education, and professional services. The area offers a quiet, community-oriented rural lifestyle, with local roads providing connectivity to regional freight and transport routes.
**History & Heritage** The area holds significant historical roots tied to European settlement and pastoral expansion in the 19th century. Darbalara is historically notable for the "Darbalara" estate, which played a prominent role in the development of the Australian Illawarra Shorthorn dairy cattle breed. The region also carries deep Indigenous heritage, falling within the traditional lands of the Wiradjuri people, who managed and inhabited the river valleys prior to European colonization.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 62 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.