Uriarra crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
9 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Uriarra
Uriarra is a rural locality situated within the Yass Valley Shire in New South Wales (postcode 2611), sharing a border with the Australian Capital Territory to the east. The landscape is defined by its proximity to the Murrumbidgee River and the surrounding Brindabella Ranges, contributing to a primarily agricultural and forestry-based topography. The area is sparsely populated, characterized by large rural landholdings and pockets of state forest, with a demographic profile typical of remote pastoral regions in the Southern Tablelands.
Local life in Uriarra is centered on primary production and the management of regional forestry plantations, most notably the Uriarra Pine Forest. While the locality lacks a large-scale commercial hub, it serves as a gateway to recreational areas along the Murrumbidgee River. The community relies on nearby service centers, such as Yass or the suburban fringe of the ACT, for comprehensive amenities, retail, and schooling. Historically, the area was developed in the 19th century as part of the broader expansion of pastoral activity in the Yass district. Over the 20th century, the region became synonymous with forestry management, following the establishment of extensive softwood plantations in the 1920s. These lands remain significant for their heritage as both agricultural frontiers and as a foundational element of the region's timber industry.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 6 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 31 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.