Bumbaldry crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
6 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bumbaldry
Bumbaldry is a small rural locality situated in the South West Slopes region of New South Wales, within the Weddin Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2794. Geographically defined by undulating agricultural lands typical of the region, the area is primarily dedicated to broadacre farming, including cereal cropping and livestock grazing. Due to its rural nature, Bumbaldry has a very low population density, with most residents living on expansive rural properties rather than in a concentrated township.
Local life in Bumbaldry is centered around agriculture and the broader community of the Weddin Shire, with nearby towns such as Grenfell providing essential commercial services, schools, and healthcare facilities. The locality functions as a quiet residential and farming community, lacking significant commercial amenities within its immediate boundaries. Infrastructure is largely limited to local rural roads serving the surrounding agricultural enterprises.
Historically, the Bumbaldry area was developed during the 19th century as European settlement expanded into the South West Slopes for pastoral and agricultural pursuits. The locality retains a quiet, historical rural character reflective of the region's pioneering past, though it features few major heritage-listed architectural sites, with much of its history preserved through the enduring agricultural landscape and local family holdings.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 1 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 107 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.