Bowan Park crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
8 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bowan Park
Bowan Park is a rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, within the Cabonne Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2864. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating topography, fertile volcanic soils, and a temperate climate suitable for agriculture. Demographically, Bowan Park is sparsely populated, with its residents primarily comprising individuals and families engaged in primary production, particularly farming and orcharding, contributing to the broader agricultural economy of the region.
Local life in Bowan Park is centered around rural community activities and agricultural pursuits. The economy relies heavily on dryland and irrigated farming, including livestock grazing, cereal cropping, and horticulture. While the locality itself is primarily rural and lacks extensive commercial amenities, residents access retail, education, healthcare, and administrative services in nearby regional hubs such as Cudal and Orange.
Historically, the area was established during the 19th-century European expansion into the Central West of New South Wales, driven by the fertile land's potential for agriculture and pastoralism. The heritage of Bowan Park is closely tied to early rural settlement patterns, featuring historical homesteads, family farms, and agricultural infrastructure that reflect the district's long-standing contribution to New South Wales' rural history.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
| Stock theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 106 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.