Polo Flat crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 6 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Polo Flat
Polo Flat is a locality situated in the Monaro region of New South Wales, within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council area and the 2630 postcode. Positioned immediately to the east of the regional hub of Cooma, the area is characterized by its high-altitude, undulating plains typical of the Monaro tablelands. The population is relatively sparse, consisting primarily of low-density rural holdings and residents engaged in agricultural activities or those seeking semi-rural living in proximity to the services offered by the nearby township of Cooma.
The area functions largely as an industrial and rural buffer zone for the Monaro region. Polo Flat is home to the Cooma-Monaro Industrial Estate, which hosts a range of logistics, manufacturing, and trade-based businesses that support the broader Snowy Mountains economy. While the locality lacks a traditional village center, its proximity to Cooma ensures residents have ready access to essential amenities, including schooling, healthcare, and retail. Historically, the region was developed as part of the broader expansion of pastoralism in the 19th century, with land use transitioning over time from large-scale sheep grazing to a blend of agricultural and industrial enterprise.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 13 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.