Mullengandra crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mullengandra
Mullengandra is a rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated within the Greater Hume Shire local government area and carrying the postcode 2644. Located along the Hume Highway, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, pastoral properties, and native bushland typical of the South West Slopes. At the 2021 census, Mullengandra and its surrounding district recorded a small population, primarily engaged in primary production, livestock grazing, and related agricultural industries.
Local life in Mullengandra is centered around its tight-knit rural community and agricultural pursuits. Essential amenities within the locality are modest, with residents relying on nearby regional hubs such as Albury-Wodonga and Holbrook for comprehensive services, secondary education, and commercial retail. The local area features community gathering spaces and rural infrastructure that support regional living, while its position along a major transport corridor provides accessibility despite its quiet, country setting.
The area possesses a rich history tied to early European settlement, pastoral expansion, and transport development in southern New South Wales. Originally inhabited by Indigenous Australian traditional owners, the district was opened up for squatting and sheep grazing in the 19th century. The subsequent development of coaching routes and the Hume Highway shaped Mullengandra as a historical staging point for travelers and freight moving between Sydney and Melbourne.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 122 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.