Tilba Tilba crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tilba Tilba
Tilba Tilba is a small, rural locality situated in the Eurobodalla Shire on the far south coast of New South Wales, within the 2546 postcode. Nestled at the base of the sacred Gulaga Mountain, the area is characterized by its lush, undulating dairy pastures and proximity to the coastline. Demographically, the population is small and characterized by a mix of long-term farming families and residents engaged in the local tourism and creative sectors.
The locality is primarily known for its well-preserved 19th-century streetscape and status as a heritage-listed village. Along with its twin village, Central Tilba, the area serves as a significant tourist destination, offering boutique cafes, artisanal craft shops, and local produce retailers that cater to travelers along the Princes Highway. The region retains a strong agricultural identity, historically anchored by the dairy industry and the long-standing Tilba Factory.
Settled in the mid-19th century following the local gold rush, the area's development was solidified by the establishment of successful dairy cooperatives. Its history remains deeply connected to the Yuin people, for whom Gulaga Mountain holds immense cultural and spiritual significance. The village is protected by a National Trust classification, which has ensured the preservation of its timber buildings and historic character, distinguishing it as one of the few remaining examples of a largely intact late-Victorian settlement in Australia.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 102 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.