Burren Junction crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
16 recorded in this period, compared with 14 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Burren Junction
Burren Junction is a small rural locality situated in northwestern New South Wales, within the Walgett Shire local government area and the 2386 postcode. Located approximately 60 kilometres east of Walgett, the region is characterized by flat, expansive agricultural plains typical of the black-soil country of the lower Namoi Valley. At the 2021 census, Burren Junction and its surrounding district recorded a small population of under 300 residents, reflecting a tight-knit rural community.
Local life and economic activity in Burren Junction are predominantly driven by dryland and irrigated agriculture, particularly cotton, wheat, and livestock production. The town provides essential services to the surrounding farming community, featuring a local primary school, a general store, a hotel, and sporting facilities. A notable local amenity is the Burren Junction Bore Bath, a popular tourism and wellness site fed by the natural artesian basin, drawing visitors for therapeutic soaking in naturally heated mineral water.
European settlement in the area dates back to the mid-19th century, driven by the expansion of pastoralism along the Namoi River and surrounding watercourses. The locality grew significantly following the arrival of the railway line in the late 1890s, which transformed Burren Junction into an important freight and transport hub for regional wool and grain. Several historical buildings and remnants from the early 20th-century railway era remain as markers of the town's agricultural and transport heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 1 |
| Other offences | 3 | 2 |
| Other theft | 2 | 2 |
| Trespass | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Offensive conduct | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from person | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 225 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.