Snowy Valleys LGA crime statistics

About Snowy Valleys

The Snowy Valleys Council is a local government area located in the South West Slopes and Snowy Mountains regions of New South Wales. Covering an expansive area of approximately 8,960 square kilometres, the region features diverse topography ranging from rolling agricultural hills and river valleys to the rugged peaks of the Kosciuszko National Park. Its population is distributed across several key townships, including Tumut, Batlow, Adelong, and Tumbarumba, which serve as regional hubs for a community primarily supported by the forestry, agriculture, and tourism industries.

The region offers a lifestyle defined by its proximity to natural environments, including state forests, national parks, and the Snowy Mountains hydro-electric scheme. Local amenities focus on supporting these industries and the growing tourism sector, with infrastructure providing access to outdoor recreation such as bushwalking, fishing, and cycling. Education and healthcare services are centered in the primary townships, while the area maintains a robust community culture supported by local halls, sports facilities, and annual agricultural shows.

The history of the Snowy Valleys is deeply rooted in the mid-19th-century gold rushes, which spurred the initial development of settlements like Adelong and Tumbarumba. Following the decline of mining, the region transitioned into a significant center for timber production and temperate fruit growing, particularly the renowned apple orchards of Batlow. In 2016, the current local government area was formed through the amalgamation of the Tumut Shire and Tumbarumba Shire, integrating these communities under a single administrative body to manage the heritage of the Australian Alps and the significant legacy of the post-war Snowy Mountains Scheme.

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 17080
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections