Wagga Wagga crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3,116 recorded in this period, compared with 2,799 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wagga Wagga
Wagga Wagga, situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, serves as a major regional hub for the surrounding agricultural districts. Located on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, the city encompasses a diverse landscape ranging from river plains to rolling hills. As the administrative center for the City of Wagga Wagga local government area (postcode 2650), it supports a substantial regional population. Its economy is underpinned by a mix of agriculture, manufacturing, public administration, and a significant defense presence, notably the Royal Australian Air Force Base Wagga and the Kapooka military training facility.
The city offers extensive amenities including a wide array of educational institutions, such as Charles Sturt University, and comprehensive healthcare services through the Wagga Wagga Base Hospital. Cultural life is supported by the Wagga Wagga Art Gallery, the Museum of the Riverina, and numerous sporting facilities, reflecting the city’s reputation for hosting major athletic events. Historically, the area is the traditional land of the Wiradjuri people, whose heritage is deeply embedded in the region. Following European settlement in the 1830s, Wagga Wagga grew rapidly as a key river crossing and trade node, officially becoming a municipality in 1870. Today, it retains a distinct character shaped by its colonial architectural history alongside modern urban development.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 801 | 603 |
| Steal from retail store | 353 | 271 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 180 | 157 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 177 | 174 |
| Malicious damage to property | 163 | 153 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 142 | 137 |
| Fraud | 120 | 130 |
| Other theft | 112 | 108 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 96 | 99 |
| Trespass | 83 | 69 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 76 | 65 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 70 | 91 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 64 | 30 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 63 | 72 |
| Steal from dwelling | 62 | 46 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 52 | 45 |
| Offensive conduct | 48 | 38 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 43 | 32 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 7,198 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.