Mila crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mila
Mila is a rural locality situated in the Snowy Monaro Regional Council local government area of New South Wales, bearing the postcode 2632. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating tablelands, grazing land, and native bushland typical of the Monaro region, situated close to the border with Victoria. Due to its remote and agricultural nature, Mila has a very small, dispersed population primarily engaged in primary production, predominantly sheep and cattle grazing.
Local life in Mila is centered around agricultural pursuits and rural community networks. Amenities within the immediate locality are sparse, with residents relying on nearby service centers such as Bombala or Delegate for education, healthcare, retail, and commercial services. The area features local roads connecting agricultural properties to regional transport routes, supporting the transport of livestock and farm produce.
Historically, Mila developed as part of the broader European settlement of the Monaro district in the 19th century, which rapidly transformed the landscape for pastoralism. The region holds significance to the traditional Indigenous custodians of the land, the Ngarigo people. Over time, Mila has maintained its quiet, pastoral character, preserving historical rural infrastructure such as old homesteads and pastoral holdings that reflect the area’s pioneer history.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 55 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.