Brewongle crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 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 Brewongle
Brewongle is a rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, within the Bathurst Regional Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2795. The area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, typical of the Bathurst hinterland, and is traversed by the Main Western railway line and the Great Western Highway. Geographically, it serves as a quiet pastoral and residential community positioned between Bathurst and Wallerawang.
Local life in Brewongle is primarily rural-residential and agricultural, with residents relying heavily on nearby Bathurst for major commercial, educational, and healthcare services. The locality's amenities reflect its small population size, emphasizing community-focused rural living. Transport connectivity is facilitated primarily by road and rail links passing through the region, connecting it to the broader Central West and Sydney.
Historically, Brewongle developed as a small rural settlement alongside the expansion of the Main Western railway in the 19th century. The locality's heritage is tied to early European exploration, pastoral settlement, and the development of regional transport corridors in New South Wales. While many original structures have evolved or disappeared, the area retains a historical landscape reflective of early colonial infrastructure and rural enterprise.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 151 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.