Galore crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 10 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Galore
Galore is a small rural locality situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, within the City of Wagga Wagga local government area and bearing the postcode 2650. The surrounding landscape is characterized by flat to gently undulating plains primarily dedicated to dryland cropping and agricultural production. Due to its rural nature, the population is very small, consisting largely of farming families and residents dispersed across broad-acre agricultural holdings.
As a remote farming community, Galore lacks commercial amenities, retail centers, and urban infrastructure. Residents rely on nearby regional hubs, such as Wagga Wagga and Narrandera, for essential services, healthcare, education, and commerce. The area is connected by regional road networks that facilitate the transport of agricultural goods, but it functions predominantly as an agricultural production zone rather than a residential settlement.
European settlement in the area dates back to the 19th century, driven by the expansion of pastoralism and subsequent agricultural development in the Riverina. The locality's name is historically associated with the broader Galore pastoral run established during the colonial era. While few heritage-listed structures remain prominent, the cultural landscape reflects the enduring history of European farming, land clearing, and wheat and sheep farming in inland New South Wales.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 70 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.