Tumblong crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
24 recorded in this period, compared with 15 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tumblong
Tumblong is a rural locality situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, falling within the Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council area. It is located approximately 15 kilometres southwest of Gundagai, positioned along the banks of the Tumblong Creek near its confluence with the Murrumbidgee River. The landscape is primarily defined by undulating agricultural terrain and river flats, supporting a sparse population engaged largely in primary production.
Historically, the area developed in the mid-19th century as a transport and service node along the route between Sydney and Melbourne. It gained significance during the gold rush era as a stopover for travellers and miners moving through the region. Today, the locality maintains a quiet, agrarian character, with few public amenities. While it serves as a waypoint for motorists travelling via the nearby Hume Highway, the local infrastructure is focused on supporting the surrounding farming community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 6 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 5 | 2 |
| Fraud | 3 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 3 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 2 | 0 |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Dealing, trafficking in cannabis | 1 | 2 |
| Other offences | 1 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 225 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.