Bodangora 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 Bodangora
Bodangora 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 land, typical of the broader Dubbo hinterland, supporting a small population engaged primarily in primary production.
Local life in Bodangora is centered around rural community activities, with residents relying primarily on nearby regional hubs such as Wellington and Dubbo for essential services, commercial retail, secondary education, and healthcare facilities. The locality itself maintains a quiet, low-density character defined by expansive farming properties and native bushland.
Historically, Bodangora emerged during the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a notable gold-mining settlement, with operations centered around the Bodangora Goldfield. While mining activity eventually ceased as deposits dwindled, leaving behind historical traces of its industrial past, the area has since transitioned fully back to a pastoral and agricultural economy.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 74 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.