Warragoon crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Warragoon
Warragoon is a rural locality situated within the Edward River Council area in the Riverina region of New South Wales, sharing the 2710 postcode with the nearby town of Deniliquin. The landscape is defined by the flat, semi-arid topography characteristic of the Murray-Darling Basin, primarily supporting expansive agricultural operations. Due to its sparse population density and land-use patterns, the locality is not home to a residential township, and demographic data for the area is typically integrated into the broader statistics for the Edward River local government area.
The region is primarily utilized for primary production, including irrigated cropping, cereal production, and livestock grazing, relying on proximity to the Edward River system for water security. There are no major commercial or public amenities located within Warragoon itself; residents and landholders rely on the regional hub of Deniliquin for retail, healthcare, education, and administrative services. Historically, the area was developed as part of the pastoral expansion of the 19th century, with land parcels originally established for large-scale grazing leases. The heritage of the locality remains tethered to its agricultural foundations, reflecting the broader history of rural settlement and the development of irrigation infrastructure across the Riverina.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 98 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.