Shannons Flat crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
0 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 Shannons Flat
Shannons Flat is a rural locality situated within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council area in New South Wales (postcode 2630). Positioned on the Southern Tablelands, the landscape is defined by undulating high-country terrain, characterized by grassy plains and scattered woodlands. The population remains sparse, consisting primarily of residents engaged in agricultural pursuits, including sheep and cattle grazing. The area experiences a cool-temperate climate, often featuring cold winters with occasional snowfalls typical of the Monaro region.
The locality functions as a quiet residential and agricultural community with limited local amenities, relying on nearby service centers such as Cooma for retail, medical, and educational needs. Infrastructure is primarily residential and farm-based, with the area’s appeal rooted in its seclusion and expansive natural vistas. Historically, Shannons Flat emerged during the 19th century as part of the broader European pastoral expansion across the Monaro. While few formal heritage structures persist, the locality retains a cultural legacy tied to early pastoralist development, reflecting the region's long-standing connection to livestock farming and pioneering settlement patterns.
Recorded offence categories
No offences are recorded in this period, so there is no leading category.
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 87 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.