Ben Bullen crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Ben Bullen
Ben Bullen is a small rural locality situated in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the City of Lithgow local government area and bearing the postcode 2790. Geographically defined by rugged terrain, native bushland, and surrounding tableland landscapes, the area supports a very small residential population. Due to its sparse population, specific demographic data is largely aggregated into the broader Lithgow statistical area.
Local life and amenities in Ben Bullen are minimal, reflecting its status as a quiet rural settlement. Day-to-day services, commercial shopping, and professional healthcare facilities are not located within the immediate locality, requiring residents to travel to nearby regional centres such as Lithgow or Capertee. The local economy and surrounding land use have historically been influenced by primary industries, including forestry, agriculture, and resource extraction, alongside transport infrastructure links such as the Main Western railway line passing through the area.
The history and heritage of Ben Bullen are closely tied to the expansion of New South Wales’ transport and resource sectors in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The locality developed largely as a railway and mining settlement, supporting the extraction of local mineral resources and serving as a stop along the rail corridor. While many of the original industrial operations have ceased or declined over the decades, remnants of its historic working past remain visible in the surrounding cultural and industrial landscape.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 71 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.