Doctor George Mountain crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Doctor George Mountain
Doctor George Mountain is a rural locality situated in the Bega Valley Shire of New South Wales, within the 2550 postcode region. Geographically, the area is characterised by rugged terrain, undulating forested hills, and elevated ridges typical of the coastal hinterland of the Far South Coast. Due to its steep topography and expansive natural bushland, the population is very sparse, consisting primarily of scattered rural residential holdings and agricultural properties rather than a concentrated township.
As a remote and predominantly bushland locality, Doctor George Mountain does not feature local commercial amenities, retail centres, or public infrastructure. Residents rely on nearby service hubs such as Bega for essential goods, healthcare, schooling, and civic services. The local lifestyle is defined by privacy, nature, and primary production, with land use largely restricted to low-density grazing, environmental conservation, and rural living.
The locality derives its distinctive name from early European history in the Bega Valley, though specific recorded milestones and heritage sites unique to the mountain itself are limited in mainstream historical records. The broader region carries a rich history tied to the traditional custodianship of the Yuin Nation, followed by European pastoral settlement in the 19th century. Today, the area remains valued for its natural environment, biodiversity, and historical ties to the early agricultural development of the Bega Valley.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 65 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.