Gobbagombalin crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
95 recorded in this period, compared with 94 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gobbagombalin
Gobbagombalin, commonly referred to by locals as "Gobba," is a suburban locality situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, within the City of Wagga Wagga local government area (postcode 2650). Located north of the Murrumbidgee River, the area functions primarily as a rapidly expanding residential and growth corridor on the northern fringes of Wagga Wagga. Demographically, the locality is characterized by a growing population of families and professionals drawn to modern housing developments, reflecting the broader urban expansion of the wider Wagga Wagga hub.
Local life in Gobbagombalin is centered around contemporary suburban living, supported by master-planned residential estates, parks, and local green spaces. While largely residential, the suburb relies on neighboring localities and central Wagga Wagga for major commercial, educational, and healthcare services. Connectivity to the wider region is facilitated by arterial road networks, including the Gobbagombalin Bridge, which links the northern suburbs directly to the Wagga Wagga central business district.
The history and heritage of Gobbagombalin are deeply rooted in the traditional custodianship of the Wiradjuri people, who have inhabited the region for tens of thousands of years. The locality's name is derived from an Aboriginal place name associated with the area. Historically utilized for rural and agricultural purposes, the land has undergone significant transformation in the 21st century from rural acreage into one of Wagga Wagga's premier residential expansion zones.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 18 | 10 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 7 | 7 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 7 | 12 |
| Malicious damage to property | 7 | 15 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 7 | 6 |
| Steal from dwelling | 7 | 5 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 6 | 3 |
| Breach bail conditions | 6 | 4 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 6 | 3 |
| Other offences | 3 | 0 |
| Other theft | 3 | 0 |
| Fraud | 2 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 0 |
| Trespass | 2 | 3 |
| Arson | 1 | 3 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,184 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.