Tharbogang crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
56 recorded in this period, compared with 58 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tharbogang
Tharbogang is a rural locality situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, located approximately 10 kilometres northwest of the city of Griffith within the Griffith City Council local government area (postcode 2680). Characterized by its flat, fertile plains and proximity to Scenic Hill and the Hermit’s Cave heritage site, the area is primarily defined by its agricultural land use. Demographically, the locality maintains a small, dispersed population typical of the broader Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area, with residents closely integrated into the economic and social fabric of nearby Griffith.
Local life in Tharbogang is largely centered on intensive horticulture, viticulture, and broadacre farming, which underpin the local economy. Amenities are minimal within the locality itself, as residents rely on the services, schools, and retail infrastructure available in the neighboring Griffith urban center. The area is served by essential regional road networks, including the Kidman Way, which facilitates the transport of agricultural produce. Its landscape is noted for high-quality soil and irrigation infrastructure, which supports a diverse range of primary industries. The history of Tharbogang is linked to the development of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Scheme in the early 20th century, which transformed the semi-arid region into a productive agricultural hub, serving as a transition point between the urban development of Griffith and the surrounding rural expanses.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 8 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 8 | 6 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 6 | 4 |
| Malicious damage to property | 6 | 11 |
| Other theft | 5 | 2 |
| Fraud | 4 | 0 |
| Trespass | 4 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 2 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 2 |
| Arson | 1 | 5 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 6 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 452 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.