Speewa crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Speewa
Speewa is a rural locality situated in the Murray River Council area of New South Wales, positioned along the southern banks of the Murray River. It is located approximately 15 kilometers west of Swan Hill, Victoria, and shares a border with its Victorian namesake, Speewa, Victoria, across the river. The region is primarily characterized by its low-lying alluvial plains, which are dominated by intensive agricultural operations, including irrigated cropping, viticulture, and livestock grazing. Due to its sparsely populated nature, demographic data for the locality is typically aggregated with surrounding agricultural districts within the Murray River region.
The area is primarily defined by a quiet, agrarian lifestyle with limited local amenities. Connectivity between the New South Wales and Victorian sides of the river was historically facilitated by the Speewa Ferry, a cable ferry service that provided a vital transport link for local residents and agricultural machinery. The heritage of the locality is deeply intertwined with the development of the Murray River irrigation schemes, which transformed the region into a productive agricultural hub during the 20th century. While the locality lacks a central commercial village, it retains its historical significance as an integral component of the border-region river economy.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 115 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.