Goodooga crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
69 recorded in this period, compared with 51 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Goodooga
Goodooga is a remote locality situated in north-western New South Wales, within the Brewarrina Shire local government area, bearing the postcode 2838. Located near the border with Queensland and set within the catchment of the Darling River basin, the surrounding geography is characterized by flat, arid plains typical of the outback. Demographically, Goodooga is a small community with a significant Indigenous population, reflecting a strong and enduring Aboriginal heritage deeply tied to the traditional custodians of the land.
The locality functions as a tight-knit rural community with essential services tailored to remote living. Local amenities include a school, health services, and community gathering facilities, which serve as the hub for surrounding pastoral properties and residents. Due to its remote location, daily life in Goodooga is closely linked to regional centres like Brewarrina and Lightning Ridge for broader commercial, medical, and administrative needs.
Historically, the area is rich in Aboriginal cultural heritage, serving as traditional lands for Indigenous groups who managed the river systems and surrounding arid landscapes for millennia. European settlement arrived in the 19th century with the expansion of pastoralism and sheep grazing across the region. Over the decades, Goodooga has evolved from a nineteenth-century outpost into a distinct modern community, maintaining a resilient identity defined by its unique geographic isolation and rich cultural history.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 13 | 9 |
| Breach bail conditions | 8 | 7 |
| Malicious damage to property | 8 | 5 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 6 | 2 |
| Criminal intent | 6 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 5 | 6 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 3 | 1 |
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 2 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 4 |
| Offensive conduct | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from retail store | 2 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 223 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.