Gogeldrie crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
17 recorded in this period, compared with 9 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gogeldrie
Gogeldrie is a rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated within the Leeton Shire local government area under the 2705 postcode. Geographically, it is a flat, intensely agricultural landscape serviced by the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, which supports intensive cropping, horticulture, and livestock production. Due to its rural nature, the population is very small and dispersed, primarily consisting of farming families and agricultural workers.
Local life in Gogeldrie is centered around primary agricultural enterprises, with the nearby towns of Leeton and Narrandera providing essential services, secondary education, health care, and retail amenities. The locality includes rural residential properties and local infrastructure supporting the surrounding irrigation network. Recreational opportunities in the broader region are typically tied to community sports clubs, river activities along the nearby Murrumbidgee River, and local agricultural shows.
The history of Gogeldrie, like much of the surrounding Riverina, was transformed in the early 20th century by the establishment of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Scheme, which converted arid scrubland into productive arable farms. The area historically accommodated closer settlement schemes designed for returned soldiers following the World Wars. Local heritage is closely linked to the development of regional water management, irrigation infrastructure, and the enduring agricultural traditions of the Leeton district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 2 |
| Arson | 2 | 4 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 1 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 65 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.