Boorowa crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
60 recorded in this period, compared with 98 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Boorowa
Boorowa is a rural town and locality situated in the South West Slopes region of New South Wales, within the Hilltops Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2586. The surrounding landscape is characterized by undulating agricultural land primarily utilized for sheep grazing, cropping, and mixed farming. At the 2021 census, the locality recorded a population of approximately 1,500 residents, serving as a vital service hub for the surrounding rural community.
The town features a compact commercial centre along its main thoroughfare, providing essential amenities including local retail stores, professional services, primary and secondary educational facilities, and healthcare services. Boorowa supports an active community life centered around local sporting clubs, agricultural shows, and regional events. The annual "Irish Woolfest," celebrating the town's distinct heritage and fine wool production, is a notable fixture on the local calendar that draws visitors to the region.
European settlement in the area dates back to the early 19th century, with the townsite officially surveyed and established in the 1840s. Originally known as "Boro," the name evolved from a local Indigenous term associated with a native bird or waterhole. The town retains a well-preserved historic streetscape featuring 19th-century civic and commercial buildings, reflecting its heritage as a prosperous pastoral and coaching stop during colonial times.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 7 | 12 |
| Malicious damage to property | 7 | 4 |
| Liquor offences | 6 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 5 | 7 |
| Other offences | 5 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 5 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 4 | 8 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 4 | 4 |
| Fraud | 3 | 9 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 6 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 3 |
| Stock theft | 2 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 2 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 7 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,888 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.