Murrumburrah crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
9 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Murrumburrah
Murrumburrah is a historic town located in the South West Slopes region of New South Wales, within the Hilltops Council local government area (postcode 2587). Situated approximately 350 kilometres southwest of Sydney, the locality functions alongside its twin town, Harden. Together, the urban area sits within a productive agricultural landscape primarily dedicated to mixed farming, cereal cropping, and sheep grazing.
The town provides essential local services and community amenities to its residents and the surrounding agricultural district. Local infrastructure includes primary and secondary schooling, health and medical services, sporting facilities, and a commercial centre featuring retail and service businesses. Parks and recreational reserves support community life, while regular events and local clubs foster civic engagement.
Murrumburrah holds significant historical and national heritage value. The area is widely recognized as the birthplace of the Australian Light Horse, with Lieutenant Colonel Harry Chauvel and recruitment efforts closely tied to the region during the First World War. Additionally, in 1864, the town was the site of a notorious gold escort robbery perpetrated by the bushranger Ben Hall and his gang, leaving a legacy preserved in several heritage-listed buildings and local museums.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
| Trespass | 2 | 1 |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 81 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.