Rosewood (Snowy Valleys) crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
19 recorded in this period, compared with 16 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Rosewood (Snowy Valleys)
Rosewood is a rural locality situated within the Snowy Valleys Council local government area in New South Wales (postcode 2652). It is positioned in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains, characterized by undulating pastoral land and timbered ridges. The community is small and sparsely populated, with demographics largely reflecting the broader regional trends of agricultural and forestry-based economies typical of the South West Slopes.
The locality functions primarily as a residential and agricultural hub, with amenities concentrated toward nearby service centers like Tumbarumba. Local life is centered on primary production, including grazing and timber harvesting. Historically, Rosewood developed alongside the expansion of the regional rail network and the growth of the timber industry, which remains an integral part of its heritage. The area retains a quiet, rural character, featuring modest infrastructure and historical markers that reflect its origins as a settlement tied to the development of the Snowy Valleys region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 5 | 6 |
| Other offences | 3 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 2 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 1 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
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.