Jerrong crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Jerrong
Jerrong is a rural locality situated in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Oberon Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2580. The geography is characterized by rugged, undulating terrain, native bushland, and cleared agricultural parcels used primarily for grazing. Due to its remote and expansive nature, Jerrong has a very low population density, contributing to the broader demographic profile of the Oberon hinterland, where residents largely live on rural properties and acreage.
Local life in Jerrong is centered around primary agricultural pursuits, particularly sheep and cattle farming. The locality operates largely self-sufficiently, relying on nearby service centers such as Oberon and Goulburn for commercial, educational, and medical amenities. Infrastructure within Jerrong itself is minimal, consisting primarily of rural access roads and properties, with the natural landscape providing opportunities for bushwalking, conservation, and outdoor recreation.
Historically, the area developed in the 19th century alongside the broader European settlement and pastoral expansion of the Central Tablelands. Land use has traditionally been tied to pastoralism and timber getting. While few commercial or public historic structures remain active today, the locality retains a quiet, historical rural character reflective of early New South Wales regional settlement patterns.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 16 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.