Wingello crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wingello
Wingello is a rural locality situated in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, within the Wingecarribee Shire (postcode 2579). Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating forested terrain and is largely surrounded by the Wingello State Forest, which is utilized for both timber production and recreational activities such as mountain biking and bushwalking. The population remains small, defined by a semi-rural demographic that favors the quiet, secluded environment typical of the region's elevated landscape.
Local life in Wingello centers on a modest community hub, featuring a general store, a local primary school, and a community hall that serves as a venue for local gatherings. The locality is primarily residential and agricultural, with transport access provided via the Main Southern Railway line, although the village lacks a direct train station, requiring residents to commute to nearby towns like Moss Vale or Goulburn for major services and commerce.
Historically, the area was developed in the late 19th century as a stop along the Sydney-to-Melbourne railway line. Its heritage is intrinsically linked to the timber and agricultural industries that drove early settlement in the Southern Highlands. While modern Wingello has maintained much of its quiet, historic character, it gained wider recognition in recent years following the significant impact of the 2019–2020 Black Summer bushfires, which necessitated a period of extensive recovery and community rebuilding.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 2 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences against the person | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 2 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 647 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.