Pambula crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
47 recorded in this period, compared with 35 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Pambula
Pambula is a coastal locality situated in the Bega Valley Shire of New South Wales, within the postcode 2549. Located just south of Merimbula, the area encompasses coastal environments, estuaries, and surrounding bushland, centred around the Pambula River and Pambula Lake. At the 2021 census, the locality recorded a population of approximately 1,300 residents. The demographic profile is characteristic of the Sapphire Coast region, featuring a mix of families, retirees, and a seasonal influx of tourists.
Local life in Pambula is supported by a historic commercial precinct along the Princes Highway, which features heritage buildings housing local businesses, cafes, and specialty shops. The community has access to essential amenities including primary schooling, sports grounds, and community halls. The surrounding natural environment provides significant opportunities for outdoor recreation, including fishing, boating, and bushwalking, particularly within the nearby Ben Boyd National Park and Beowa National Park.
Prior to European settlement, the area was traditional land of the Yuin Nation, who utilised the rich marine and estuarine resources of the river system. European settlement began in the 1830s, establishing the area as an important agricultural and shipping hub, particularly for the Boyd transport empire. The township retains significant heritage value, highlighted by several 19th-century colonial buildings constructed from local materials, which reflect its early history as a bustling port before silting shifted maritime activity to nearby Merimbula.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 7 | 5 |
| Malicious damage to property | 5 | 9 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 4 | 3 |
| Fraud | 4 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Liquor offences | 2 | 0 |
| Other offences | 2 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 3 |
| Offensive conduct | 1 | 0 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 4 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,002 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.