Canobolas crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
20 recorded in this period, compared with 18 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Canobolas
Canobolas is a rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, within the Cabonne Council local government area and the 2800 postcode district. Geographically, it is dominated by Mount Canobolas, an extinct volcano that rises to an elevation of approximately 1,395 metres, making it the highest peak between the Blue Mountains and the South Australian border. The surrounding terrain is characterized by elevated, fertile volcanic soils and a cool temperate climate. Due to its rugged topography and expansive rural landholdings, the locality maintains a small, dispersed residential population.
The local economy and lifestyle are centered around primary production, particularly cool-climate horticulture, viticulture, and forestry. The volcanic soils and high altitude create ideal conditions for orchards producing apples, cherries, and stone fruits, as well as several local vineyards and cellar doors. Outdoor recreation is a major component of the area, centered around the Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area, which offers bushwalking tracks, birdwatching, and panoramic viewing platforms such as the Pinnacle and Young Man Canobolas.
Historically, the area holds significant cultural importance for the Wiradjuri Aboriginal people, for whom Mount Canobolas—known traditionally as Gaanhabula—is a sacred place with deep spiritual and mythological associations. Following European settlement in the 19th century, the region was recognized for its agricultural potential and timber resources. Today, Canobolas functions as a protected natural landscape and an agricultural producer, while benefiting from its close economic and geographic proximity to the nearby regional city of Orange.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 4 | 4 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 2 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 481 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.