Myrtleville crime statistics

About Myrtleville

Myrtleville is a rural locality in the Southern Tablelands region of New South Wales, situated within the Upper Lachlan Shire local government area and covered by the 2580 postcode. The area is characterized by an undulating tablelands landscape featuring agricultural land used primarily for grazing and farming. Due to its deeply rural nature, Myrtleville has a very small population dispersed across large pastoral properties, contributing to a quiet, low-density demographic profile.

The locality is primarily residential and agricultural, lacking a dedicated commercial center, retail amenities, or public services. Residents rely on nearby regional service hubs—such as Goulburn—for shopping, schooling, healthcare, and employment. Local infrastructure is largely restricted to rural access roads connecting properties to the broader regional transport network.

European settlement in the Myrtleville area dates back to the 19th century, driven by the expansion of pastoralism and agriculture following the opening up of the Southern Tablelands. The locality retains a quiet historical character, reflected in its traditional farming properties and rural landscapes. While it does not feature major commercial heritage tourism sites, its history is tied to the broader pioneering development of the Upper Lachlan region.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · SAL 12893
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections