Bakers Swamp crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 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 Bakers Swamp
Bakers Swamp is a rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, within the Dubbo Regional Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2820. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural lands, native bushland, and pastoral properties typical of the region's inland river valleys. Due to its rural nature, Bakers Swamp has a very small, dispersed population, with residents primarily engaged in primary industries such as farming and livestock grazing.
Local life in Bakers Swamp centers around agriculture, with minimal commercial amenities located directly within the immediate locality. Residents generally rely on nearby regional hubs, such as Wellington and Dubbo, for comprehensive retail, healthcare, education, and professional services. Community interaction is typically centered around local agricultural networks, rural fire services, and regional events held within the broader Dubbo local government area.
Historically, the area was traditionally inhabited by Wiradjuri Aboriginal peoples before European settlement in the 19th century. The locality's development was tied to the expansion of pastoralism and agriculture following the opening up of the Wellington and Macquarie River districts. While few historical commercial structures remain standing today, the landscape retains a quiet, historical character reflective of early Australian inland settlement and the enduring dominance of farming in the region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 2 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 60 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.