Mogo (Eurobodalla) crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
52 recorded in this period, compared with 52 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mogo (Eurobodalla)
Mogo is a historic village situated on the Princes Highway in the Eurobodalla Shire on the South Coast of New South Wales, within the postcode 2536. Geographically, the locality is characterised by surrounding dense eucalyptus forests and coastal hinterland terrain. According to the 2021 Australian census, Mogo recorded a small permanent population, though the demographic profile is significantly influenced by tourism and surrounding rural-residential development.
Local life in Mogo revolves around its distinct village atmosphere, which functions primarily as a tourist destination known for arts, crafts, and boutique shopping. The economy is largely service-oriented, supported by local cafes, antique stores, and galleries located along the main thoroughfare. The area is also well-known for regional attractions such as the Mogo Wildlife Park, which draw visitors from across the state and contribute to the local economy.
Historically, Mogo developed during the New South Wales gold rush in the 1850s, when gold was discovered in the surrounding creeks, transforming the area into a bustling mining settlement. Remnants of this era remain visible in the region's heritage landscape. In recent history, the village gained national attention when it was heavily impacted by the devastating Black Summer bushfires of late 2019 and early 2020, which destroyed a significant portion of the town's historic commercial buildings before subsequent rebuilding efforts.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 7 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 6 | 4 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 6 | 6 |
| Fraud | 6 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 6 | 6 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 6 |
| Steal from retail store | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 3 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 4 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Offensive language | 1 | 0 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 2 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 1 | 0 |
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.