Yenda crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
66 recorded in this period, compared with 111 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Yenda
Yenda is a rural township located in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated approximately 15 kilometres northeast of the city of Griffith. Falling within the Griffith City Council local government area and the 2681 postcode, the locality is defined by its position within the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area. Its geography is characterized by expansive, flat agricultural plains supported by extensive irrigation infrastructure. The population is relatively small and culturally diverse, reflecting the region's long-standing history of migration and its ongoing reliance on intensive primary production, particularly viticulture, citrus farming, and cereal crops.
The township provides essential services to its residents and the surrounding farming community, featuring local retail outlets, primary schools, and community sporting facilities. The local economy is intrinsically linked to the agricultural sector, with several wineries and processing facilities located in or near the town, maintaining its status as a significant regional agricultural hub. Yenda’s history is rooted in the early 20th-century development of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Scheme, which transformed the arid landscape into a productive horticultural zone. This heritage is preserved in the town’s layout and its enduring connection to the irrigation network that remains central to the economic and social identity of the area today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 11 | 6 |
| Malicious damage to property | 11 | 15 |
| Arson | 5 | 2 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 5 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 5 | 15 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 5 | 12 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 5 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 5 |
| Fraud | 2 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 6 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 3 |
| Trespass | 2 | 4 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 7 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 8 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,564 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.