Nangus crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
10 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 Nangus
Nangus is a rural locality situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, within the Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council local government area and the 2722 postcode. Geographically positioned along the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, the area is characterized by flat to undulating plains primarily dedicated to agriculture, including cropping and livestock grazing. The population is small and predominantly dispersed across farming properties, reflecting a typical regional New South Wales rural demographic.
Local life in Nangus centers around agriculture and a tight-knit rural community. Amenities within the locality itself are limited, with residents relying primarily on nearby larger towns such as Gundagai and Wagga Wagga for comprehensive retail, secondary education, medical services, and commercial facilities. The local area is supported by regional road networks that connect it to major transport corridors like the Hume Highway, facilitating access to broader services.
European settlement in the Nangus area dates back to the early 19th century, following the exploration of the Murrumbidgee River catchment. The locality developed as a pastoral district, with several large landholdings established in the colonial era. Historically, the area has maintained its agrarian character, with local heritage tied to early pastoral expansion, river transport, and the development of the surrounding Riverina agricultural economy.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 240 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.