Hanwood crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
73 recorded in this period, compared with 91 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Hanwood
Hanwood is a rural locality situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, within the Griffith Local Government Area and bearing the postcode 2680. Located just south of the city of Griffith, the area is characterized by flat, highly productive terrain irrigated via the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area. Demographically, Hanwood functions as a close-knit agricultural community, with its population largely comprising families and individuals engaged in horticulture, viticulture, and associated agricultural support industries.
Local life in Hanwood centers around its agricultural identity and community-focused amenities. The locality features essential local services, including a primary school, a community hall, and local businesses that cater to both residents and the surrounding farming district. Sport and recreation play an important role in the community, supported by local sporting grounds. Due to its immediate proximity to Griffith, residents have ready access to comprehensive commercial, educational, and medical services within a short drive.
Historically, Hanwood was established as part of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area scheme in the early 20th century, which transformed the arid landscape into a thriving agricultural hub. The area was settled largely by soldier-settlers and European migrants who introduced intensive horticulture, particularly citrus orchards, wine grapes, and stone fruit production. This multicultural influx shaped the cultural and agricultural landscape of Hanwood, leaving a heritage deeply rooted in cooperative farming and irrigation development.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 13 | 12 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 7 | 16 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 5 | 5 |
| Trespass | 5 | 4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 0 |
| Other theft | 4 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 4 | 2 |
| Arson | 3 | 7 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 9 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 5 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Fraud | 2 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 8 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 5 |
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,388 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.