Canonba crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 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 Canonba
Canonba is a rural locality in the Orana region of New South Wales, situated within the Bogan Shire local government area and the 2825 postcode. The geography is characterized by flat, semi-arid terrain typical of the western plains of New South Wales, dedicated primarily to extensive agricultural land use such as dryland cropping and livestock grazing. Due to its remote nature and small geographical footprint, the locality has a sparse population with no distinct urban center, functioning instead as a dispersed rural community closely tied administratively to nearby towns like Nyngan.
Local life and amenities within Canonba are minimal, reflecting its sparse population and remote setting. Residents rely on neighboring towns within the Bogan Shire for essential services, retail, education, and health care. The local economy is driven almost entirely by primary production, specifically sheep and cattle grazing and broadacre agriculture. Community life, where present, is typically centered around regional agricultural networks, local sporting clubs, and informal rural associations shared with surrounding pastoral districts.
Historically, Canonba played a significant role in the early European settlement and exploration of inland New South Wales. The area was originally inhabited by the Ngiyampaa people before pastoralists moved into the region in the mid-19th century. Canonba was established as an early pastoral outpost and coaching stop on routes heading further into the Australian interior. While much of the historic infrastructure has faded or been subsumed into modern agricultural properties, the locality retains a quiet historical significance associated with the pioneering pastoral era of the Bogan River district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 29 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.