Lockhart LGA crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
157 recorded in this period, compared with 154 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Lockhart
Lockhart Shire is a local government area located in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated between the cities of Wagga Wagga and Albury. Covering an area of approximately 2,895 square kilometres, the shire is characterized by its predominantly flat agricultural landscape, which supports extensive cropping and livestock production. The region is home to a relatively small, stable population dispersed across the central township of Lockhart and several smaller rural villages, including Yerong Creek, The Rock, and Milbrulong.
The local economy is heavily anchored in broadacre farming, complemented by a modest service sector that provides essential amenities to residents. The township of Lockhart serves as the primary administrative and commercial hub, featuring local schooling, health services, sporting facilities, and community infrastructure. The area is noted for its relatively low cost of living and a quiet, rural lifestyle, maintaining a strong focus on community-led initiatives and agricultural output.
The region’s heritage is defined by its colonial development in the late 19th century, driven initially by the expansion of the pastoral industry and the subsequent arrival of the railway. The town of Lockhart itself is recognized for its well-preserved heritage streetscape, characterized by wide thoroughfares and late-Victorian and Federation-era architecture. The shire celebrates this history through various heritage trails and the preservation of historic sites, which serve as focal points for local cultural identity and tourism.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 23 | 21 |
| Assault - non-domestic violence | 13 | 9 |
| Harassment threatening | 13 | 24 |
| Other theft | 13 | 12 |
| Fraud | 12 | 11 |
| Assault - domestic violence | 11 | 7 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 10 | 4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 9 | 9 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 9 | 8 |
| Sexual Offences | 8 | 5 |
| Steal from dwelling | 8 | 2 |
| Breach AVO | 7 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 6 | 5 |
| Trespass | 4 | 3 |
| Arson | 3 | 2 |
| Prohibited weapons offences | 3 | 13 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Possession use of cannabis | 1 | 3 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
| Robbery | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,319 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.