Bombira crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
22 recorded in this period, compared with 28 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bombira
Bombira is a rural locality situated in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Mid-Western Regional Council local government area and the 2850 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, native bushland, and rural acreages that surround the regional hub of Mudgee. Demographically, Bombira is sparsely populated, consisting primarily of rural landowners, families, and retirees seeking a semi-rural lifestyle within close proximity to larger urban services.
Local life in Bombira is centered around quiet rural living, agriculture, and lifestyle property ownership. While the locality itself is largely residential and agricultural with limited commercial infrastructure, residents rely heavily on nearby Mudgee for essential services, including education, healthcare, retail, and employment. The area is part of the broader Mudgee viticultural and tourism region, benefiting economically and socially from the influx of visitors drawn to local wineries, scenic landscapes, and regional events.
Historically, the lands surrounding Bombira are part of the traditional country of the Wiradjuri people, who have inhabited the region for millennia. Following European settlement in the 19th century, the area developed predominantly around pastoralism, grazing, and agriculture. The locality retains a quiet historical character, reflected in its rural landscapes and proximity to the heritage-listed architecture of early colonial towns in the Mid-Western LGA.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 16 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 504 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.