Edward River LGA crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
931 recorded in this period, compared with 1,113 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Edward River
Edward River Council is a local government area located in the Riverina region of southwestern New South Wales, centered around the town of Deniliquin. Covering approximately 8,880 square kilometers, the landscape is defined by the Murray Basin plains and the Edward River, a major anabranch of the Murray River system. The region is predominantly rural, characterized by large-scale irrigation, agriculture, and timber production. The population is concentrated primarily within Deniliquin, which serves as the administrative and commercial hub for the surrounding agricultural community.
The council area offers essential regional services, including healthcare facilities, primary and secondary schooling, and diverse sporting infrastructure. Deniliquin is well-known for its role in regional events, most notably hosting the annual Deni Ute Muster, which attracts significant tourism to the area. Life in the Edward River LGA is shaped by the river system, which provides opportunities for fishing, boating, and conservation. Infrastructure focuses on supporting the primary agricultural sectors—including rice, grain, and livestock production—while maintaining road connectivity across the vast, flat terrain.
The region has a significant history tied to the traditional custodianship of the Wamba Wamba and Perrepa Perrepa peoples, who have maintained connections to the Edward River landscape for millennia. Following European settlement in the mid-19th century, the area developed as a strategic river crossing and stock route node. Deniliquin was officially gazetted in 1850 and rapidly grew due to its proximity to the Victorian border and the expansion of the pastoral industry. The modern Edward River Council was formed in 2016 through the merger of Conargo Shire and Deniliquin Council, consolidating the historical administrative management of the region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach AVO | 127 | 111 |
| Breach bail conditions | 115 | 135 |
| Harassment threatening | 104 | 111 |
| Assault - domestic violence | 89 | 93 |
| Malicious damage to property | 87 | 88 |
| Assault - non-domestic violence | 49 | 42 |
| Steal from dwelling | 44 | 43 |
| Trespass | 44 | 41 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 27 | 39 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 27 | 28 |
| Sexual Offences | 25 | 29 |
| Other theft | 22 | 28 |
| Prohibited weapons offences | 22 | 50 |
| Possession use of cannabis | 21 | 37 |
| Fraud | 19 | 41 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 19 | 63 |
| Liquor offences | 18 | 26 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 17 | 30 |
| Receiving stolen goods | 14 | 10 |
| Steal from retail store | 14 | 15 |
| Arson | 11 | 10 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 10 | 21 |
| Offensive conduct | 3 | 10 |
| Offensive language | 3 | 9 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 8,456 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.