Oberne Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Oberne Creek
Oberne Creek is a rural locality situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, within the City of Wagga Wagga local government area and the 2650 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, native bushland, and the waterway from which it derives its name. Due to its expansive rural layout and small residential footprint, the population is very low, contributing to a quiet, dispersed demographic primarily engaged in primary production.
The local economy and lifestyle in Oberne Creek are centered around agriculture, predominantly sheep grazing, cattle farming, and cropping. As a sparsely populated rural district, the locality does not contain commercial amenities, schools, or retail centers. Residents rely on nearby regional hubs, such as Wagga Wagga, for essential services, employment, education, and healthcare.
Historically, the area was developed in the 19th century as part of the broader European expansion into the Riverina for pastoral leases and farming. The locality's heritage is closely tied to traditional Australian rural development, featuring historic farmsteads, grazing tracks, and landscapes historically managed by the Wiradjuri people prior to European settlement.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 49 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.