Gobarralong 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 Gobarralong
Gobarralong is a rural locality situated in the South West Slopes region of New South Wales, within the Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council local government area (postcode 2727). Geographically defined by undulating terrain and proximity to the Murrumbidgee River system, the area experiences a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. Due to its rural nature, Gobarralong has a very low population density, with residents primarily dispersed across large agricultural holdings and lifestyle properties.
Local life in Gobarralong is centered around primary agricultural industries, predominantly grazing, livestock production, and cropping. The locality operates largely without commercial amenities, relying instead on nearby regional service centers such as Gundagai and Cootamundra for retail, healthcare, education, and professional services. Transport links consist primarily of regional secondary and unsealed roads connecting local properties to the Hume Highway corridor.
Historically, the Gobarralong area was traditionally inhabited by the Wiradjuri people, who utilized the fertile river valleys and resources of the Murrumbidgee catchment. Following European settlement in the 19th century, the region developed steadily as a pastoral district. The heritage of Gobarralong is closely tied to the broader history of the Gundagai district, reflecting early Australian pioneering, agriculture, and transport infrastructure development.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Stock theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 63 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.