Howlong crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
126 recorded in this period, compared with 149 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Howlong
Howlong is a township situated in the Riverina region of southern New South Wales, within the Federation Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2643. Located approximately 30 kilometres west of Albury, the locality sits on the banks of the Murray River, which forms the border with Victoria. As of recent census records, Howlong recorded a population of approximately 2,600 residents, reflecting steady growth as both a residential hub and a retirement destination.
The town provides essential local amenities to support its community and visitors, including a primary school, local retail shops, sporting facilities, and an 18-hole championship golf course that is a key feature of the area. Its riverside setting facilitates various recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping. Howlong is connected to larger regional centres via the Murray Valley Highway, supporting commuting and agricultural transport.
European history in the area dates back to the 1830s, when explorers and squatters established pastoral runs along the Murray River. Originally known as Lower Hume, the town was surveyed and officially named Howlong in the mid-19th century, drawing its name from a local Aboriginal term. The locality retains several historical buildings and sites that reflect its origins as a river crossing and coaching stop during the colonial era.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 15 | 5 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 11 | 14 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 11 | 19 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 7 | 10 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 7 | 3 |
| Fraud | 7 | 7 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 7 | 6 |
| Breach bail conditions | 6 | 5 |
| Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 6 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 6 | 16 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 5 | 7 |
| Sexual assault | 5 | 1 |
| Trespass | 5 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 8 |
| Other theft | 3 | 5 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 3 | 0 |
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
| Other offences | 2 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,997 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.