Mount Austin crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
695 recorded in this period, compared with 687 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mount Austin
Mount Austin is a residential suburb located in the city of Wagga Wagga in the Riverina region of New South Wales, within the postcode 2650 and the City of Wagga Wagga local government area. Geographically positioned to the south of the Wagga Wagga central business district, the suburb is characterized by a mix of established residential housing and green spaces. Demographically, it accommodates a diverse population typical of regional New South Wales urban centres, with a strong community presence and varying household compositions.
Local life and amenities in Mount Austin are centered around community services, local schools, and neighbourhood parks that cater to families and residents. The suburb is serviced by nearby commercial hubs within Wagga Wagga, ensuring access to broader retail, healthcare, and transport infrastructure. Educational facilities and recreational reserves within and adjacent to the suburb support the daily needs of the local population, contributing to a self-contained neighbourhood feel while remaining closely integrated with the wider Wagga Wagga urban area.
Historically, Mount Austin developed significantly during the post-war expansion of Wagga Wagga, transitioning from rural land into a planned residential area to accommodate the city's growing population. While the suburb features relatively modern post-war architecture and urban development rather than colonial-era heritage sites, its history reflects the broader twentieth-century growth of regional inland New South Wales cities, driven by post-war housing initiatives and suburban decentralization.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 76 | 78 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 72 | 76 |
| Malicious damage to property | 67 | 104 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 60 | 67 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 49 | 60 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 43 | 20 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 41 | 24 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 39 | 32 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 33 | 22 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 28 | 19 |
| Steal from dwelling | 26 | 21 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 23 | 12 |
| Trespass | 19 | 13 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 13 | 8 |
| Other theft | 13 | 8 |
| Other offences | 11 | 15 |
| Sexual assault | 10 | 8 |
| Steal from retail store | 9 | 12 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,035 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.