Federation LGA crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
684 recorded in this period, compared with 703 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Federation
Federation Council is a local government area located in the Riverina and Murray regions of southern New South Wales, bordering the state of Victoria. Covering approximately 5,000 square kilometres, the geography is defined by the Murray River to the south and vast agricultural plains that support broad-acre cropping and livestock production. As of the 2021 Census, the council area has a population of approximately 12,500 residents. The principal administrative centre is Corowa, with other significant townships including Mulwala, Howlong, Urana, and Oaklands.
The region offers a lifestyle characterized by river-based recreation, such as boating and fishing, and proximity to major regional hubs like Albury-Wodonga. Essential amenities include public schools, community health services, and various sporting facilities. The economy is heavily reliant on agriculture, tourism, and light industry. Historically, the area was settled by European pastoralists in the mid-19th century, with the townships developing as transit points along the Murray River. The council was formed in 2016 through the merger of the former Corowa Shire and Urana Shire, and it retains a strong connection to its federated history, notably hosting the 1893 Corowa Conference, which was a pivotal event in the movement toward Australian Federation.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 94 | 58 |
| Harassment threatening | 77 | 66 |
| Breach AVO | 52 | 36 |
| Fraud | 48 | 43 |
| Trespass | 47 | 27 |
| Breach bail conditions | 41 | 46 |
| Assault - non-domestic violence | 40 | 42 |
| Assault - domestic violence | 37 | 50 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 28 | 23 |
| Other theft | 27 | 32 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 27 | 48 |
| Sexual Offences | 23 | 31 |
| Prohibited weapons offences | 19 | 41 |
| Steal from dwelling | 19 | 17 |
| Steal from retail store | 18 | 23 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 15 | 23 |
| Arson | 14 | 11 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 14 | 31 |
| Possession use of cannabis | 14 | 14 |
| Receiving stolen goods | 8 | 5 |
| Liquor offences | 6 | 16 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 6 | 8 |
| Offensive conduct | 4 | 11 |
| Offensive language | 3 | 0 |
| Robbery | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from person | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 12,899 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.