Tantangara crime statistics

About Tantangara

Tantangara is a remote locality situated within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council area in New South Wales, holding the postcode 2629. Geographically, it is defined by its rugged alpine terrain and its proximity to the northern section of the Kosciuszko National Park. The area is dominated by the Tantangara Reservoir, a major water storage facility created by the construction of the Tantangara Dam as part of the Snowy Mountains Scheme. Due to the challenging topography and the protected status of much of the surrounding land, the locality maintains an extremely low population density, with no significant permanent residential settlements.

The history of the region is inextricably linked to the development of the Snowy Mountains Hydro-electric Scheme in the mid-20th century. Before the dam's construction, the area primarily consisted of high-country grazing leases used by local pastoralists. Following the flooding of the Eucumbene River valley to create the reservoir, the locality became a focal point for large-scale engineering and regional infrastructure. Today, Tantangara serves primarily as a destination for outdoor recreation, attracting anglers, hikers, and cross-country skiers, though it lacks conventional residential amenities such as retail centers or public services.

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.

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