Tura Beach crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
38 recorded in this period, compared with 63 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tura Beach
Tura Beach is a coastal suburb located in the Bega Valley Shire of New South Wales, situated approximately 5 kilometres north of Merimbula and holding the postcode 2548. Characterized by its undulating topography and proximity to the Tasman Sea, the locality is bordered by the Bournda National Park to the north and the coastline to the east. Demographically, the area is primarily a residential community, attracting a significant population of retirees and families drawn to its coastal lifestyle. According to the 2021 Census, the locality maintains a stable population density consistent with other residential corridors in the Sapphire Coast region.
The suburb is centered around the Tura Beach Country Club, which serves as a hub for local social life, featuring an 18-hole golf course, bowling greens, and dining facilities. Essential amenities are provided at the Tura Beach Shopping Centre, which includes a supermarket and specialty stores. Development in the area began in the late 20th century, transitioning the land from its earlier pastoral and forested states into a structured residential estate. While the suburb lacks significant historical landmarks, it remains connected to the broader Indigenous heritage of the Yuin people, who have a long-standing association with the surrounding coastal and bushland environments.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 6 | 11 |
| Malicious damage to property | 6 | 13 |
| Fraud | 4 | 3 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 4 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 3 | 1 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 1 |
| Other theft | 2 | 2 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 5 |
| Liquor offences | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 3 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 3 |
| Steal from retail store | 1 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,405 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.