Tatton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
74 recorded in this period, compared with 41 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tatton
Tatton is an elevated residential suburb located in the southern region of Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, within the Wagga Wagga City Council local government area. Situated approximately six kilometers from the city’s central business district, the suburb is characterized by its hilly topography, which offers extensive views over the Murrumbidgee River floodplain and the surrounding city. Demographically, Tatton is primarily a residential area, hosting a population that consists largely of families and professionals who value its suburban character and proximity to major regional infrastructure.
The suburb functions as a quiet residential enclave, with limited commercial activity within its boundaries, directing residents to nearby suburbs or the Wagga Wagga CBD for primary shopping and services. Local amenities include well-maintained public reserves and parks, such as the Tatton Park, which provide recreational spaces for the community. The area is served by a structured road network that connects it efficiently to the rest of the city, and it is located within reach of regional educational institutions, including Charles Sturt University and various primary and secondary schools.
Historically, the development of Tatton is reflective of Wagga Wagga’s late 20th-century urban expansion, transitioning from pastoral or undeveloped fringe land into a sought-after residential zone. While the suburb lacks significant heritage-listed sites or industrial landmarks, its history is deeply tied to the broader growth of the Riverina region as a strategic hub for agriculture and administration. The suburb remains a modern development, with the majority of its housing stock constructed from the 1980s onwards, mirroring the demographic and economic shifts of the Wagga Wagga metropolitan area.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 11 | 8 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 11 | 9 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 10 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 8 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 5 | 3 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 5 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 4 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 2 |
| Trespass | 4 | 1 |
| Fraud | 3 | 2 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 4 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,560 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.