Manton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
13 recorded in this period, compared with 18 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Manton
Manton is a rural locality situated in the Southern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Yass Valley Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2582. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, open grazing properties, and native bushland typical of the South West Slopes transition zone. Demographically, Manton has a very low population density, consisting predominantly of rural-residential landholders, farmers, and families attracted to the region's quiet country lifestyle while remaining within commuting distance of larger regional hubs and the Australian Capital Territory.
Local life in Manton is centered around primary agricultural pursuits, particularly sheep and cattle grazing, alongside hobby farming and rural lifestyle properties. The locality itself operates primarily as a residential and agricultural community with minimal commercial infrastructure; residents rely on nearby towns such as Yass and Murrumbateman for retail, professional services, schooling, and healthcare. Transport connectivity is facilitated by local rural roads that link the area to the Barton Highway, providing access to Canberra and Gunning.
Historically, the Manton area was traditionally inhabited by Indigenous Australian peoples before European settlement in the 19th century. The locality's development was historically tied to the broader expansion of the Yass pastoral district, where large land grants were established for sheep grazing and agriculture. Much of the region's heritage is preserved in its historic homesteads, rural infrastructure, and cultural landscape, reflecting the enduring pastoral history of the Yass Valley.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 1 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 1 |
| Trespass | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 350 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.