Borenore crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
11 recorded in this period, compared with 15 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Borenore
Borenore is a rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, within the Cabonne Shire local government area and the 2800 postcode district. Located approximately 15 kilometres west of Orange, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, limestone landscapes, and a cool-temperate climate suited to orcharding, viticulture, and grazing. The population is small and predominantly dispersed across rural properties and farmsteads, reflecting the region's agricultural focus.
Local life in Borenore is closely tied to primary production, featuring local vineyards, orchards, and agricultural enterprises. While the locality itself maintains a quiet, rural character with limited commercial amenities, residents rely heavily on nearby Orange for major retail, educational, healthcare, and professional services. Borenore is also notable for the Borenore Caves, a karst limestone cave system located within the nearby Borenore Karst Conservation Reserve, which serves as a regional drawcard for bushwalking, caving, and recreation.
European settlement in the area dates back to the mid-19th century, driven by agriculture and the discovery of limestone deposits used for building and industrial purposes. The historic Borenore Caves have been a recognized site of scientific and recreational interest since the colonial era, leading to the eventual protection of the surrounding ecosystem. The locality retains several historical rural markers and heritage associations linked to the early development of the Cabonne region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 3 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 8 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 4 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 476 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.