Nimmitabel crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
37 recorded in this period, compared with 21 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Nimmitabel
Nimmitabel is a historic rural village located in the Monaro region of southeastern New South Wales, within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council local government area (postcode 2631). Situated approximately 35 kilometres south of Cooma along the Monaro Highway, the locality sits at an elevated position of about 1,060 metres above sea level, contributing to a cool temperate climate with cold winters and occasional snow. At the 2021 census, Nimmitabel and its surrounding rural locality recorded a population of roughly 250 residents, reflecting a tight-knit community centered around primary agricultural pursuits, predominantly sheep and cattle grazing.
Local life in Nimmitabel is defined by a quiet, rural atmosphere supported by essential community amenities. The village features a small commercial strip that includes a historic hotel, a bakery, and local craft and antique shops, which cater to both residents and tourists traveling between the coast and the Snowy Mountains. Recreational facilities within the locality encompass local sports grounds and community halls, serving as gathering spaces for local events and agricultural shows. Education and higher-order services are primarily accessed in nearby Cooma or Bega.
Established in the mid-19th century, Nimmitabel has a rich European heritage closely tied to pastoral settlement and the expansion of transport routes through the Monaro. Originally known as Native Dog Flat, the town was surveyed and officially named Nimmitabel—an Aboriginal word believed to mean "start of many waters"—in the 1850s. The village retains much of its colonial character, featuring numerous heritage-listed buildings constructed from local basalt stone and timber, including churches, former banks, and historic homesteads that reflect its prosperous past as a coaching and agricultural hub.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 6 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 4 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 9 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 4 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 2 |
| Other offences | 3 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
| Trespass | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 324 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.