Euabalong West crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
22 recorded in this period, compared with 6 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Euabalong West
Euabalong West is a locality and rural community in the central west region of New South Wales, situated within the Cobar Shire local government area under the postcode 2877. Located just west of the Lachlan River, the area is characterised by a semi-arid landscape dominated by flat plains, native scrubland, and agricultural properties primarily focused on dryland cropping and livestock grazing. At the 2021 census, Euabalong West and its surrounding rural catchment recorded a very small population, reflecting the sparse settlement pattern typical of the outer western shires of the state.
The locality functions primarily as a rural service point and transport node, historically tied to the operations of the Broken Hill railway line. While many local services have consolidated into larger nearby towns like Condobolin, the community maintains basic regional infrastructure, and residents rely on the surrounding Lachlan Shire and Cobar Shire centres for comprehensive health, education, and commercial amenities.
Euabalong West developed significantly with the expansion of the New South Wales rail network in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The establishment of the railway junction spurred local employment and settlement, serving as a vital link for moving goods and people through the remote interior. Today, historical remnants of the rail era and pastoral expansion remain central to the heritage identity of the locality, which maintains strong economic and cultural ties to the adjacent twin town of Euabalong situated across the river.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 2 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 4 | 0 |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 2 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 1 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 20 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.