Yarrawonga crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
23 recorded in this period, compared with 25 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Yarrawonga
Yarrawonga is a rural locality situated within the Mid-Western Regional Council area of New South Wales, sharing the 2850 postcode with the regional hub of Mudgee. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural landscapes and grazing land, typical of the central tablelands and slopes region. The population is sparse, consisting primarily of residents engaged in local primary production and farming, with the community’s social and economic activities closely tied to the nearby township of Mudgee.
The area is defined by its pastoral heritage, reflecting the historical development of the region’s agricultural sector during the 19th and 20th centuries. Land use is predominantly dedicated to broadacre farming, including livestock grazing and viticulture, which contributes to the broader character of the Mid-Western region. As a quiet, unincorporated locality, Yarrawonga relies on nearby urban centers for essential services, retail infrastructure, and educational facilities, maintaining a traditional rural lifestyle while benefiting from proximity to the established amenities of the Mudgee district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 4 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 3 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 6 |
| Arson | 1 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 3 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 445 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.