Jerrawa crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 8 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Jerrawa
Jerrawa is a rural locality situated in the Southern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Upper Lachlan Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2582. The surrounding landscape is characterized by undulating agricultural land, primarily dedicated to grazing and farming. Due to its rural nature, the population is very small and dispersed across large landholdings, contributing to a quiet, low-density demographic profile typical of the region's smaller settlements.
Local life in Jerrawa is centered around agriculture and rural community living, with residents relying on nearby towns such as Yass, Gunning, and Collector for commercial services, education, and healthcare. The locality functions largely as a residential and farming community without significant commercial amenities within its immediate boundaries. Infrastructure is limited to local rural roads connecting the area to the broader regional transport network, including the Hume Highway corridor situated to the south and west.
Historically, Jerrawa developed in the 19th century following European settlement and the expansion of pastoralism in the Southern Tablelands. The locality gained further significance with the arrival of the Main Southern railway line, which historically supported the transport of local agricultural produce and livestock. Remnants of its rail and pastoral history remain part of the cultural landscape, reflecting the broader settlement patterns of the Upper Lachlan region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 106 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.