Essington crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 5 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Essington
Essington is a rural locality situated in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Oberon Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2787. The landscape is characterized by undulating agricultural land, native bush tracts, and a cool temperate climate typical of the greater Tablelands. Due to its expansive rural nature, the population is small and dispersed, primarily consisting of residents engaged in local primary industries.
Local life in Essington is centered around agriculture, particularly sheep grazing, cattle farming, and forestry, which form the economic backbone of the area. Given its low population density, the locality relies heavily on nearby Oberon for commercial services, healthcare, education, and social infrastructure. The community enjoys a quiet, rural lifestyle surrounded by natural bushland, with local roads connecting residents to regional service hubs.
European settlement in the area dates back to the 19th century, driven by the expansion of pastoralism and agriculture following the crossing of the Blue Mountains. The region retains a quiet historical character, reflecting the traditional land-use patterns of the Central Tablelands. While few major commercial historical sites remain standing in Essington itself, the broader Oberon district preserves a rich heritage connected to early pioneering, rail transport, and timber-getting industries.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 99 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.