Quaama crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 13 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Quaama
Quaama is a rural locality situated in the Bega Valley Shire on the South Coast of New South Wales, positioned between the towns of Cobargo and Brogo. Nestled within a landscape defined by rolling pastures and proximity to the foothills of the Great Dividing Range, the area maintains a small, decentralized population characteristic of the region’s agricultural heritage. As a part of the 2550 postcode, the locality is linked to the wider Bega Valley economy, serving as a quiet residential and farming transit point along the Princes Highway corridor.
The village features modest local amenities, primarily serving the needs of its residents and the surrounding agricultural community. Life in Quaama is centered on communal engagement, with the local hall serving as a focal point for regional gatherings and events. Historically, the area was settled during the 19th century and developed primarily as a dairy and grazing district. While the landscape and local economy have evolved, the locality retains a heritage aesthetic reflecting its long-standing connection to primary production and the early settlement patterns of the Far South Coast.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 291 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.