Pomona crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 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 Pomona
Pomona is a locality situated in the far southwestern region of New South Wales, falling within the Wentworth Shire local government area and the 2648 postcode. Geographically, it is positioned near the Murray River, characterized by arid, semi-desert landscapes typical of the Sunraysia and Wentworth regions. The population is sparsely distributed, primarily consisting of small-scale agriculturalists and rural residents who rely on the nearby service centers of Wentworth and Dareton for regional infrastructure.
The area’s local life is defined by its proximity to the Murray River, which facilitates irrigation-based agriculture and outdoor recreation. Amenities within Pomona itself are limited, with the community looking to the surrounding Wentworth Shire for schooling, healthcare, and retail services. Historically, the locality is tied to the broader development of the Murray-Darling Basin, where early European settlement focused on pastoral runs, riverboat trade, and the eventual expansion of irrigation schemes that transformed parts of the region into productive horticultural land.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Stock theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 167 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.