Gonn crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
12 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gonn
Gonn is a rural locality situated in the Riverina region of southern New South Wales, within the Murray River Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2732. Geographically, the area is characterised by flat, low-lying plains associated with the Murray-Darling basin, supporting an economy traditionally driven by agriculture, particularly irrigated farming and livestock grazing. Due to its expansive rural layout, the population is very small and dispersed, with residents relying on nearby regional service centres for broader community interaction.
Local life and amenities in Gonn are minimal, reflecting its status as a sparsely populated farming district. There are no major commercial hubs, schools, or public facilities located directly within the locality; instead, residents access essential services, retail, and education in larger adjacent towns across the New South Wales and Victorian border region. Infrastructure is primarily limited to local rural roads serving agricultural properties and connecting them to regional transport routes.
The history of Gonn is closely tied to the pastoral settlement and agricultural development of the Riverina during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Land use transitioned from traditional Indigenous custodianship to pastoral leases and subsequently to more intensive agricultural operations facilitated by regional irrigation schemes. While few prominent historical structures remain distinct to Gonn itself, the wider district retains a heritage reflective of early European exploration and the development of Australia's inland river systems.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 7 | 0 |
| Other theft | 3 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 42 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.