Rock Flat crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
0 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Rock Flat
Rock Flat is a rural locality situated within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council in New South Wales, sharing the 2630 postcode with the nearby regional hub of Cooma. Geographically, the area is defined by the high-plains landscape of the Monaro region, characterized by rolling grasslands and an elevated, cool-climate environment. With a sparse population density, the locality is primarily composed of large-scale agricultural holdings and pastoral properties, contributing to the broader economic output of the Snowy Monaro district.
The area is primarily serviced by amenities located in Cooma, as Rock Flat functions predominantly as a residential and agricultural hinterland. Local life is centered on primary production, with the land use dictated by grazing and farming activities. Historically, the region was settled during the mid-19th century as European pastoralists expanded into the Monaro plains, attracted by the region’s suitability for sheep and cattle grazing. While it remains a quiet, peripheral locality today, Rock Flat retains its historical identity as part of the developmental expansion of the Monaro, serving as a reminder of the foundational agricultural economy that shaped the southeastern tablelands.
Recorded offence categories
No offences are recorded in this period, so there is no leading category.
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 73 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.