Old Adaminaby crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 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 Old Adaminaby
Old Adaminaby is a locality in the Snowy Monaro Regional Council local government area of New South Wales, holding the postcode 2629. Situated on the shores of Lake Eucumbene in the Snowy Mountains region, its geography is defined by the surrounding high-country landscape, rolling hills, and proximity to the lake. Demographically, it is a small, sparsely populated rural community characterized by permanent residents, retirees, and property owners who utilize the area for holiday accommodation.
Local life in Old Adaminaby is closely tied to the natural environment and outdoor recreation, particularly trout fishing, boating, and proximity to the Snowy Mountains ski fields during the winter months. Amenities within the locality are limited, with residents relying on neighboring towns like Cooma or the modern township of Adaminaby for comprehensive retail, health, and educational services. The community maintains a quiet, rural character that appeals to those seeking a secluded lifestyle or a base for regional tourism.
The history of Old Adaminaby is defined by the Snowy Mountains Scheme, a monumental post-war hydroelectric project. The original townsite, established in the 1840s, was submerged in the late 1950s following the construction of the Eucumbene Dam. Prior to the inundation, the entire town was relocated to higher ground—now known simply as Adaminaby—while a few structures and remnants of the original settlement remain visible or accessible near the lake edges when water levels recede, serving as a point of historical interest.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Stock theft | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 42 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.