Mongarlowe crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mongarlowe
Mongarlowe is a rural locality situated in the Southern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council local government area (postcode 2622). Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating terrain, native dry sclerophyll forests, and agricultural land, with the Mongarlowe River running through the district. As a sparsely populated rural area, demographic data reflects a small resident population primarily engaged in agriculture, forestry, and lifestyle properties.
Local life in Mongarlowe is quiet and community-oriented, with residents relying on neighboring regional centers—such as Braidwood and Queanbeyan—for comprehensive retail, educational, and healthcare services. Infrastructure within the locality is minimal, consisting mainly of rural residential dwellings, local thoroughfares, and agricultural properties. The natural environment supports various outdoor activities, including bushwalking, birdwatching, and rural conservation.
Historically, the Mongarlowe area was traditionally inhabited by Indigenous Australian peoples before European settlement. During the 19th century, the locality experienced significant activity associated with the New South Wales gold rushes, particularly alluvial gold mining along the Mongarlowe River (historically also known as the Mulwaree or Little River). Remnants of this era, along with early pastoral history, form the basis of the locality's local heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from person | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 121 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.