Tanja crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tanja
Tanja is a rural locality situated in the Bega Valley Shire on the South Coast of New South Wales, located approximately 15 kilometers north of Bega. Its geography is defined by coastal hinterland, featuring a mix of undulating farmland, remnant native forests, and proximity to the Tasman Sea. As a sparsely populated area, it maintains a small demographic consisting primarily of primary producers, retirees, and residents attracted to the region’s natural environment.
Life in Tanja is characterized by a quiet, semi-isolated lifestyle, with most residents accessing commercial, educational, and medical amenities in the nearby regional centers of Bega or Tathra. The locality is perhaps best known for its significant natural heritage, most notably the Tanja Lagoon and its integration with the adjacent Bournda National Park. Historically, the area was settled by European pioneers in the mid-19th century, transitioning from timber harvesting and small-scale dairy farming to its current status as a residential and conservation-focused community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other theft | 1 | 2 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 174 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.