Wamboin crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
33 recorded in this period, compared with 33 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wamboin
Wamboin is a semi-rural locality situated in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council area. Located approximately 20 kilometres northeast of Canberra, the region is characterized by undulating hills and native eucalyptus woodlands. The community predominantly consists of residents living on large residential acreages, contributing to a demographic that trends toward professionals and families who commute to the nearby Australian Capital Territory for employment.
The area functions primarily as a residential "lifestyle" community, featuring limited commercial development to preserve its rural character. Local life centers around the Wamboin Community Hall, which serves as a venue for social gatherings, volunteer fire brigade activities, and community markets. Educational and retail amenities are largely accessed in the nearby towns of Bungendore or the Canberra suburbs. The local environment is managed through a focus on land care, with residents actively involved in maintaining the region’s biodiversity and managing the risks associated with the high-fire-danger landscape.
Historically, the land around Wamboin was originally inhabited by the Ngunnawal people before being surveyed and settled by European pastoralists in the 19th century. For much of its history, the area was utilized for sheep grazing and small-scale agriculture. During the late 20th century, the region underwent a significant transition from broad-acre farming to rural-residential subdivision, a shift spurred by the growth of Canberra. This development has retained the area's heritage as a quiet pastoral landscape while evolving into a significant commuter base for the national capital.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 6 | 0 |
| Fraud | 4 | 4 |
| Other offences | 4 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 4 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 9 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,805 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.