Combara crime statistics

About Combara

Combara is a rural locality situated in the Orana region of New South Wales, within the Coonamble Shire local government area, holding the postcode 2829. Geographically, the area is characterized by flat, semi-arid terrain typical of the western plains of New South Wales, supporting extensive agricultural land use, primarily dryland cropping and livestock grazing. Due to its rural nature, the population is very small and dispersed across large agricultural landholdings, contributing to a low overall population density.

Local life and amenities in Combara are closely tied to the surrounding rural economy. There are few commercial or civic amenities located directly within the locality boundaries; instead, residents rely on nearby regional service centers such as Coonamble for retail, healthcare, education, and social services. Transport infrastructure consists primarily of local rural roads connecting agricultural properties to regional freight and transit routes.

Historically, the area was traditional land for Aboriginal peoples before European settlement, which expanded in the 19th century as pastoralists established large sheep and cattle runs. The development of Combara, like many surrounding localities in the Coonamble district, was historically bolstered by the expansion of the regional rail network and the development of the Great Artesian Basin, which provided vital water bores for pastoral activities in an otherwise dry environment.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · SAL 10990
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections