Queanbeyan-Palerang LGA crime statistics

About Queanbeyan-Palerang

The Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council (QPRC) is a local government area located in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, bordering the Australian Capital Territory. Spanning approximately 5,300 square kilometres, the region features a diverse geography that ranges from the dense urban and suburban landscapes of Queanbeyan to the rugged ranges, forests, and rural farmland of the surrounding districts, including Braidwood and Bungendore. As of recent census data, the area is home to a growing population of over 60,000 residents, driven in part by its proximity to the employment hubs of Canberra and the relative affordability of its commuter-belt suburbs.

Local life in the region is defined by a blend of suburban convenience and rural community character. Queanbeyan serves as the primary administrative and commercial centre, offering extensive retail, health, and educational facilities, while smaller townships like Bungendore and Braidwood maintain a historic, village-oriented atmosphere. The region provides diverse recreational opportunities, including access to national parks, heritage trails, and local agriculture-based tourism. Historically, the area was traditionally occupied by the Ngunnawal and Walgalu people before European settlement in the 1820s. The region’s heritage is rooted in early pastoralism and the subsequent gold rushes of the 19th century, which established the foundations of the current townships and left a legacy of preserved colonial-era architecture.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · LGA 16490
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections