Tocumwal crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
235 recorded in this period, compared with 226 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tocumwal
Tocumwal is a riverside town situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, located approximately 270 kilometers north of Melbourne and 700 kilometers southwest of Sydney. Positioned on the banks of the Murray River within the Berrigan Shire (postcode 2714), the locality serves as a gateway between New South Wales and Victoria. The town supports a modest permanent population, though it experiences significant seasonal fluctuations due to its popularity as a regional tourism destination.
The local economy and lifestyle are centered around the Murray River, which provides extensive opportunities for fishing, boating, and swimming. Amenities in the town include a regional airport, an 18-hole championship golf course, and a variety of retail and service outlets that support the local agricultural and tourism sectors. The landscape is characterized by its proximity to the Murray Valley Regional Park and the distinctive river red gum forests that line the waterway, defining the environmental character of the immediate area.
Historically, Tocumwal was established following the settlement of a large pastoral run in the mid-19th century. During World War II, the town gained strategic importance as the site of a major Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) base, the largest in the Southern Hemisphere at the time. Today, the town preserves its heritage through various public monuments and the remnants of its wartime infrastructure, which continue to attract history enthusiasts alongside those drawn to its natural riverine setting.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 26 | 12 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 25 | 16 |
| Malicious damage to property | 19 | 15 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 17 | 17 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 15 | 9 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 13 | 13 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 9 | 6 |
| Other offences | 8 | 3 |
| Other theft | 8 | 7 |
| Possession and/or use of ecstasy | 8 | 10 |
| Breach bail conditions | 7 | 10 |
| Fraud | 7 | 5 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 7 | 12 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 7 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 6 | 7 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 5 | 6 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 5 | 10 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 4 | 5 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,862 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.