Yass crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
462 recorded in this period, compared with 417 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Yass
Yass is a town situated in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, serving as the administrative centre of the Yass Valley Council. Located approximately 60 kilometres north-west of Canberra, the town lies at the intersection of the Hume Highway and the Yass River. As of the 2021 Census, the Yass urban area supports a population of approximately 6,600 residents. The surrounding region is characterised by a mix of undulating rural landscapes and intensive agricultural production, including fine wool, viticulture, and livestock farming.
The town functions as a regional service hub, offering a range of amenities including public and private primary and secondary schools, a district hospital, and a variety of retail and professional services along its main thoroughfare, Comur Street. The local economy is supported by agriculture, tourism, and a growing number of commuters who travel to the Australian Capital Territory. Yass is known for its well-preserved colonial architecture, which reflects its significant history as an early settlement point in the district.
First settled by Europeans in the 1820s, Yass was officially gazetted in 1837 and became a crucial transit point for travellers moving between Sydney and the southern interior. The town contains numerous heritage-listed buildings, including several 19th-century churches, residences, and the Yass Railway Museum, which documents the area’s transport history. The locality maintains a strong connection to its pastoral roots while transitioning into a residential and boutique tourism destination within the broader Canberra region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 57 | 40 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 53 | 35 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 40 | 18 |
| Breach bail conditions | 37 | 23 |
| Fraud | 24 | 32 |
| Steal from retail store | 20 | 8 |
| Liquor offences | 19 | 40 |
| Trespass | 19 | 16 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 18 | 31 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 17 | 5 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 17 | 11 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 14 | 13 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 13 | 33 |
| Sexual assault | 12 | 14 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 11 | 4 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 9 | 6 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 8 | 7 |
| Other drug offences | 7 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 6,763 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.