Hoskinstown crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Hoskinstown
Hoskinstown is a rural locality situated in the Southern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council local government area (postcode 2621). Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating pastoral land, open native vegetation, and proximity to the Molonglo River catchment. Demographically, Hoskinstown is sparsely populated, consisting largely of rural-residential properties, acreage, and traditional agricultural holdings, with residents relying on nearby regional centers for employment and comprehensive services.
Local life in Hoskinstown is quiet and community-oriented, centered around rural pursuits such as livestock grazing and hobby farming. Essential infrastructure within the locality is minimal, though it features local community gathering spaces that reflect its tight-knit rural character. Residents generally travel to Bungendore, Queanbeyan, or Canberra for schooling, healthcare, retail, and major commercial amenities.
European settlement in the area dates back to the 19th century, driven by the expansion of pastoralism and gold prospecting in the broader Southern Tablelands region. The locality retains a distinct historical footprint through its 19th-century buildings, rural homesteads, and historic road networks that trace the early development of the surrounding Queanbeyan-Palerang district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 191 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.