Temora crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
362 recorded in this period, compared with 316 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Temora
Temora is a significant rural town located in the Riverina region of New South Wales, approximately 400 kilometers southwest of Sydney. As the administrative center of the Temora Shire, it serves as a central hub for the surrounding agricultural district, which is noted for its high-quality wheat and canola production. The locality has a stable population, characterized by a close-knit community and a demographic profile typical of productive inland Australian agricultural centers.
The town offers a comprehensive range of amenities, including local healthcare services, primary and secondary schooling, and a variety of retail and professional businesses. It is well-connected by road and rail, with the local airport serving as a regional aviation base. Recreational facilities are plentiful, encompassing sports fields, parks, and aquatic centers that cater to the needs of its residents and support local sporting culture.
Historically, Temora emerged as a prominent gold-mining center following the discovery of gold in 1880, which prompted a period of rapid development and population growth. Today, the town preserves its heritage through the Temora Rural Museum and the internationally recognized Temora Aviation Museum, which maintains a collection of historically significant aircraft. These institutions reflect the town’s evolution from a gold-rush settlement into a modern agricultural and aviation-focused community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 32 | 34 |
| Breach bail conditions | 29 | 20 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 25 | 17 |
| Trespass | 23 | 16 |
| Fraud | 20 | 11 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 20 | 4 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 19 | 9 |
| Steal from dwelling | 19 | 12 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 16 | 15 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 16 | 15 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 15 | 17 |
| Other offences | 12 | 14 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 11 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 11 | 14 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 9 | 3 |
| Steal from retail store | 9 | 9 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 8 | 6 |
| Liquor offences | 8 | 15 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,706 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.