Gadara crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 6 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gadara
Gadara is a rural locality situated in the Snowy Valleys Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2720 postcode region. The geography is characterized by the undulating foothills and elevated terrain typical of the South West Slopes district, featuring a mix of native bushland, agricultural holdings, and forestry plantations. Due to its rural nature, the locality has a very low population density, with residents predominantly dispersed across farming properties and acreage.
Local life in Gadara is centered around primary industry, primarily agriculture, livestock grazing, and forestry operations. Commercial amenities, schools, and medical services are not located directly within the small locality; instead, residents rely on nearby regional centers such as Tumut and Adelong for daily shopping, education, healthcare, and community services. Transport connectivity is provided by local rural roads linking to major regional arterial routes.
The history of Gadara is tied to the European settlement and agricultural development of the South West Slopes during the 19th century, following the exploration of the region by figures such as Hamilton Hume and William Hovell. The area’s development was influenced by pastoral expansion, gold prospecting eras in the broader district, and the eventual growth of the timber and forestry industries that remain economically significant to the Snowy Valleys region today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 49 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.