The Gap (Wagga Wagga) crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About The Gap (Wagga Wagga)
The Gap is a rural locality situated within the City of Wagga Wagga local government area in the Riverina region of New South Wales, holding the postcode 2650. Geographically, it is characterized by undulating agricultural land and pastoral plains typical of the South West Slopes. The area is sparsely populated, with demographics largely reflecting those of a traditional farming community, where land use is dominated by broad-acre cropping and livestock grazing.
Local life in The Gap is defined by its rural isolation and close connection to the regional hub of Wagga Wagga, located to the north. Due to its small residential footprint, the locality lacks major commercial amenities, with residents relying on nearby Wagga Wagga for healthcare, education, and retail services. The heritage of the area is rooted in early European settlement and the expansion of the agricultural sector in the 19th century, with the landscape still dotted with historic homesteads and remnants of early farming infrastructure that underscore its long-standing role in the region's primary production history.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
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.