Gilmore crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
14 recorded in this period, compared with 16 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gilmore
Gilmore is a rural locality situated in the Snowy Valleys Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2720 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, cleared pastoral flats, and remnant bushland typical of the South West Slopes region. Demographically, Gilmore is sparsely populated, with residents primarily residing on rural properties and large farmholdings. The population is largely engaged in primary production, contributing to the broader agricultural economy of the region.
Local life and amenities in Gilmore are closely tied to its rural setting, with daily services, schooling, and commercial retail largely accessed in the nearby town of Tumut. Agricultural activities dominate the local land use, encompassing livestock grazing and cropping. The surrounding topography supports outdoor and agricultural pursuits, while community engagement is generally centered around regional hubs within the Snowy Valleys LGA.
Historically, the locality developed alongside the expansion of European settlement in the Tumut River valley during the 19th century, driven by pastoralism and agriculture. The area takes its name from early pioneers and pastoral leases in the district. While few commercial buildings remain directly within the locality, the landscape retains historical markers of early rural infrastructure, transport routes, and family farming traditions that have shaped the Snowy Valleys region for over a century.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 229 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.