Palerang crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
0 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Palerang
Palerang is a former local government area and geographic region in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, primarily contained within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council local government area and encompassing the postcode 2622. The landscape is characterized by a mix of rugged tableland terrain, native eucalyptus forests, and agricultural lands, stretching from the Great Dividing Range toward the Canberra periphery. While demographic data varies across its dispersed settlements, the population is predominantly rural, living in small townships, villages, and rural-residential properties rather than high-density urban centers.
Local life in the Palerang region is centered around community-driven rural living, with key localities such as Braidwood, Bungendore, and Captains Flat acting as local hubs for commerce, education, and social activity. Amenities within the area generally include local primary schools, community halls, boutique retail, and heritage pubs, supplemented by the closer metropolitan services of nearby Queanbeyan and Canberra. The economy relies heavily on agriculture, tourism centered on historic towns, and services supporting the surrounding rural population.
The region has a rich history rooted in Indigenous heritage, European exploration, and the colonial expansion of New South Wales. European settlement began in the early 19th century as pastoralists moved into the tablelands to establish sheep and cattle runs. The area later experienced significant growth due to the 1850s gold rushes, particularly around Braidwood, and later mining booms in Captains Flat, which left a lasting legacy of historic architecture and heritage-listed sites throughout the district.
Recorded offence categories
No offences are recorded in this period, so there is no leading category.
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.