Stony Crossing crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
0 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Stony Crossing
Stony Crossing is a small rural locality situated within the Murray River Council area in the Riverina region of New South Wales, sharing the postcode 2734 with the nearby town of Mathoura. Positioned along the Murray River corridor, the area is characterized by its flat, flood-prone plains, red gum forests, and proximity to state forest conservation zones. Demographically, the locality is sparsely populated, consisting primarily of agricultural holdings and dispersed residential properties, with its residents relying on the administrative and service infrastructure of the broader Murray River region.
Life in Stony Crossing is defined by its quiet, agrarian atmosphere, with the local economy rooted in primary production, including dryland farming and livestock grazing. Residents access community amenities, schooling, and commercial services in the nearby service centers of Mathoura or Deniliquin. The locality is historically significant for its role as a strategic river crossing point during the 19th century, serving as a transit route for livestock and pioneers navigating the Murray River. Remnants of this early settlement era remain tied to the pastoral development of the Riverina, reflecting the historical importance of river-based infrastructure in the regional expansion of New South Wales.
Recorded offence categories
No offences are recorded in this period, so there is no leading category.
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 27 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.