Derriwong crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 10 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Derriwong
Derriwong is a rural locality situated in the central west of New South Wales, within the Lachlan Shire local government area and the 2877 postcode. The geography is characterized by flat to gently undulating plains typical of the region's agricultural landscape, supporting broadacre farming, predominantly cereal cropping and livestock grazing. Due to its expansive rural nature, the population is very small and dispersed, with residents primarily engaged in primary production.
Local life and amenities in Derriwong are minimal, reflecting its remote pastoral setting. There are no major commercial centres, retail hubs, or public facilities within the locality itself. Residents rely on nearby service centres, primarily the town of Condobolin, for higher-order services, education, healthcare, and retail shopping. The area is connected by a network of regional roads that facilitate the transport of agricultural goods.
European settlement in the Derriwong area dates back to the 19th century, driven by the expansion of pastoral leases and agriculture in the Lachlan River catchment. The region's history is closely tied to the development of early sheep and cattle stations, as well as the later subdivision of land for closer settlement and wheat farming. While it retains few formal heritage-listed landmarks, the cultural landscape reflects the enduring history of pioneering farming families and indigenous connections to the central western plains.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 38 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.