Turvey Park crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
300 recorded in this period, compared with 236 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Turvey Park
Turvey Park is a well-established residential suburb located approximately two kilometres southwest of the Wagga Wagga central business district in New South Wales. Situated within the City of Wagga Wagga local government area (postcode 2650), the suburb is characterized by its hilly topography and mature streetscapes. Demographically, it functions as a stable residential area, housing a mix of long-term families, professionals, and students, largely due to its proximity to the main campus of Charles Sturt University and the Wagga Wagga Base Hospital.
The suburb is defined by its strong focus on community infrastructure, hosting several local amenities including the Turvey Park Public School and the expansive Equex Centre, a major regional sporting complex. The area is also home to the historic Turvey Park shops, which serve as a local commercial hub. Development in the suburb largely reflects mid-20th-century urban planning, with a significant portion of its housing stock consisting of post-war fibro and brick residences set on generous allotments.
Historically, the locality is named after "Turvey Park," a property established by the pioneering Turvey family in the 19th century. The area underwent significant residential subdivision following the Second World War to accommodate the rapid post-war growth of Wagga Wagga. While much of the suburb represents mid-century architectural trends, it retains a distinct character within the city’s urban fabric, serving as one of Wagga Wagga’s most enduring and accessible inner-city residential districts.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 45 | 23 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 24 | 17 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 22 | 17 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 19 | 10 |
| Malicious damage to property | 19 | 23 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 15 | 14 |
| Breach bail conditions | 14 | 11 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 14 | 6 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 14 | 5 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 13 | 15 |
| Steal from dwelling | 12 | 19 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 11 | 8 |
| Trespass | 11 | 10 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 10 | 4 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 9 | 11 |
| Sexual assault | 9 | 2 |
| Other theft | 7 | 3 |
| Fraud | 5 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,572 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.