Barry (Blayney) crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Barry (Blayney)
Barry is a small rural locality situated in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Blayney Shire local government area (postcode 2799). The surrounding geography is characterized by undulating agricultural land, primarily dedicated to sheep grazing, cattle, and broadacre cropping. Due to its rural nature, the population is small and dispersed, with residents typically engaged in primary production and related agricultural support industries.
Local life in Barry is centered around a quiet rural community with limited commercial amenities, relying heavily on the nearby town of Blayney and the regional center of Bathurst for major services, healthcare, and secondary education. The area features basic infrastructure typical of small Central Tablelands farming districts, including local roads and community gathering points that support the agricultural population.
European settlement in the Barry area dates back to the 19th century, driven by the expansion of pastoralism and agriculture following the opening up of the Bathurst and Blayney hinterlands. The locality retains a quiet historical character, reflected in its rural landscape, historic farmsteads, and the enduring agricultural traditions that have shaped the Blayney Shire since the colonial era.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
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.