The Angle crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About The Angle
The Angle is a rural locality situated within the Snowy Monaro Regional Council in New South Wales, sharing the 2620 postcode with the regional hub of Cooma. Geographically, it is characterized by the undulating tablelands and rugged terrain typical of the Monaro region. The area is sparsely populated, primarily supporting agricultural land use, including grazing and pastoral activities. Its proximity to the Great Dividing Range influences a cool-temperate climate, often featuring cold winters and moderate precipitation.
Local life in The Angle is defined by its agricultural focus and strong ties to the surrounding Snowy Monaro communities. Residents generally rely on the nearby town of Cooma for essential services, including retail, education, and healthcare facilities. While the locality lacks significant commercial amenities, it benefits from the regional connectivity provided by arterial roads serving the broader Monaro plains. The area maintains a quiet, rural character, with settlement patterns dominated by historic farmsteads and large landholdings that reflect the region’s long-standing reliance on primary production.
Historically, The Angle was shaped by the expansion of European pastoralism throughout the 19th century, as settlers moved into the high plains to utilize the extensive grasslands for sheep and cattle farming. The locality’s name reflects the topographical features identified by early surveyors who mapped the area’s rivers and valley configurations. Throughout the 20th century, the locality remained peripheral to the development of the Snowy Mountains Scheme, though it was indirectly influenced by the infrastructure projects that transformed the wider region. Today, the area preserves its heritage through the continued operation of long-established pastoral holdings.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 86 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.