Wermatong crime statistics

About Wermatong

Wermatong is a rural locality situated in the Snowy Valleys Council area of New South Wales, sharing the 2720 postcode. It is characterized by rugged, undulating terrain typical of the southwestern slopes of the Great Dividing Range, bordering the catchment areas of the Tumut River. Due to its sparse population, the area is not tracked as a distinct demographic unit in national census data, though it remains sparsely settled with land use primarily dedicated to agricultural activities, including grazing and timber production.

The locality is strictly rural in character and lacks dedicated commercial or public infrastructure such as schools, shops, or community centers. Residents typically rely on the nearby service hubs of Tumut or Adelong for essential amenities, education, and health services. Historically, the area was shaped by the expansion of European pastoral settlement in the 19th century, with the local landscape reflecting a long-standing association with the agricultural development of the Riverina and Snowy Mountains regions. While it contains few heritage-listed landmarks, the region remains part of a landscape historically significant for its connection to early pastoral runs and traditional transport routes through the Snowy Valleys.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · SAL 14248
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections