Numeralla crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 10 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Numeralla
Numeralla is a rural locality situated in the Snowy Monaro Regional Council area of New South Wales, within the 2630 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating tableland country and is bisected by the Numeralla River, a tributary of the Murrumbidgee River system. The population is small and predominantly dispersed across rural landholdings, reflecting a traditional agricultural demographic focused heavily on sheep and cattle grazing.
Local life in Numeralla is centered around a tight-knit rural community, supported by foundational public infrastructure such as the local community hall. Due to its remote setting and low population density, residents generally travel to nearby regional hubs, such as Cooma, for commercial services, secondary education, and specialized healthcare. Recreational activities in the area are largely nature-based, drawing on the surrounding river environments and the proximity of the Great Dividing Range.
European settlement in the Numeralla district dates back to the mid-19th century, driven by the expansion of pastoralism and subsequent gold discovery eras in the wider Monaro region. The locality retains a historic rural character, with several heritage buildings and homesteads dating from the late 19th and early 20th centuries reflecting its early agricultural development.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 254 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.