Armatree crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Armatree
Armatree is a small rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, within the Gilgandra Shire local government area (postcode 2828). Geographically, the area is characterized by flat, fertile plains dedicated primarily to broadacre agriculture, including cereal cropping and livestock grazing. Due to its rural nature, the population is small and dispersed, typical of the agricultural districts in the Orana region.
Local life in Armatree centers around its close-knit community and agricultural industries. While formal commercial amenities are limited, the locality traditionally relies on the wider Gilgandra and Coonamble districts for comprehensive services, education, and healthcare. Community activity often revolves around local landmarks and regional events that support the surrounding farming families.
Historically, Armatree developed as a pastoral and agricultural settlement following the opening up of the region for European land grants and subsequent closer settlement schemes. The arrival of the railway in the early 20th century played a crucial role in the locality's development, facilitating the transport of regional wool, wheat, and livestock to major markets.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 164 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.