Bugaldie crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bugaldie
Bugaldie is a small rural locality situated in the Warrumbungle Shire of north-western New South Wales, within the 2357 postcode area. The geography is characterized by the flat to gently undulating plains of the Castlereagh region, flanked by the remnants of ancient volcanic activity that define the broader Warrumbungle landscape. Due to its remote nature, the population is very small, predominantly comprising individuals and families engaged in primary production, particularly dryland agriculture and livestock grazing.
Local life and amenities in Bugaldie are minimal, reflecting its status as a scattered rural community. Residents rely heavily on nearby larger towns, such as Coonabarabran, for essential services, healthcare, secondary education, and commercial retail. The locality is traversed by the Newell Highway, which provides vital road connectivity to regional hubs in New South Wales. Agriculture and associated support services form the primary basis of the local economy.
Historically, the Bugaldie area developed as part of the broader expansion of European pastoral settlement in the 19th century, displacing the traditional Aboriginal custodians, the Gamilaraay people. The name itself reflects the Indigenous heritage of the region. Historically, Bugaldie functioned as a small rural outpost, supported in the mid-20th century by local timber and agricultural industries, before shifting toward more mechanized, large-scale farming practices in subsequent decades.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 162 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.