Stanbridge crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
13 recorded in this period, compared with 19 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Stanbridge
Stanbridge is a rural locality situated within the Leeton Shire in the Riverina region of New South Wales, sharing the 2705 postcode. Geographically, it is located on the flat, fertile plains of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, an environment characterized by intensive agricultural production. Due to its sparsely populated nature, the demographic profile is typical of the region’s agricultural districts, consisting primarily of farming households engaged in broadacre cropping, horticulture, and livestock grazing.
The area functions as an extension of the surrounding agricultural landscape, with residents primarily accessing essential services, education, and retail amenities in the nearby town of Leeton. Local life is defined by a quiet, community-oriented atmosphere centered on private property holdings and regional agricultural operations. The locality benefits from the infrastructure of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, which supports the economic viability of the surrounding land.
Historically, Stanbridge developed in the early 20th century following the implementation of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Scheme, which transformed the arid landscape into a productive agricultural hub. Like many localities in the Leeton Shire, the area is historically significant for its association with post-World War I soldier settlement schemes, which redistributed land to veterans. While Stanbridge retains few formal heritage landmarks, the layout of the locality remains reflective of the planned irrigation expansion that defined the development of the Riverina’s agricultural identity.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | 3 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 204 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.