Run-o-Waters crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
10 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 Run-o-Waters
Run-o-Waters is a semi-rural locality situated within the Goulburn Mulwaree Council area in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, with the postcode 2580. Geographically, it is characterized by undulating pastoral landscapes and large-lot residential estates, positioned on the northern outskirts of the regional city of Goulburn. The demographic profile primarily consists of families and professionals seeking semi-rural living, with residents reliant on the nearby Goulburn township for employment, major retail services, and secondary education.
Local amenities are minimal, as the area functions predominantly as a residential buffer zone rather than a self-contained commercial hub. Residents utilize the infrastructure of Goulburn for public services, healthcare, and transport, including the Main Southern railway line. Historically, the region developed as part of the expansion of the Goulburn district, which has long served as a center for agriculture and livestock production. The locality remains culturally linked to the colonial history of the Goulburn Plains, reflecting a transition from traditional large-scale farming to residential lifestyle subdivisions.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Fraud | 2 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Stock theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 605 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.