Harefield crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
17 recorded in this period, compared with 14 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Harefield
Harefield is a rural locality situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, lying within the Junee Shire local government area and carrying the postcode 2650. Geographically, the area is characterised by flat to undulating plains primarily dedicated to agricultural production, including broadacre cropping and livestock grazing. Due to its small population, demographic data for Harefield is largely subsumed within the broader statistics of the Junee LGA, reflecting a tight-knit rural community with a low population density.
Local life in Harefield is centered around the agricultural industry, with residents relying on nearby Junee and the regional city of Wagga Wagga for major commercial services, secondary education, and healthcare. The locality is connected to the region via local road networks and the Main Southern railway line, which passes through the area. While daily amenities within Harefield itself are limited, the community maintains a quiet rural lifestyle supported by local agricultural networks and regional service hubs.
Historically, Harefield developed as a rural and railway settlement following the expansion of the Main Southern railway in the late 19th century. The railway played a significant role in the initial growth of the locality, facilitating the transport of local agricultural produce to major markets. Today, the area retains its historic rural character, with various heritage elements connected to early agricultural settlement and railway infrastructure remaining visible across the landscape.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 5 | 1 |
| Other theft | 3 | 4 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 3 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Stock theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 165 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.