Eumungerie crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
22 recorded in this period, compared with 20 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Eumungerie
Eumungerie is a rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, within the Dubbo Regional Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2822. Located north of Dubbo, the surrounding geography is characterized by flat, semi-arid plains dominated by agricultural land use, primarily dryland cropping and livestock grazing. In common with many small settlements in the region, Eumungerie supports a modest population comprising long-term farming families and rural residents.
Local life in Eumungerie is centered around its close-knit community, with essential services supplemented by the nearby regional hub of Dubbo. Amenities within the locality are limited, typically reflecting its agricultural focus and small residential base. The area relies on regional road networks for transport, connecting residents to larger commercial, educational, and healthcare facilities.
The locality's history is tied to the expansion of European settlement and agriculture in the Orana region, closely linked to the development of the 19th-century railway network which facilitated the transport of regional produce. Like many NSW rural outposts, its heritage is preserved through local historical markers, rural architecture, and the enduring agricultural traditions of the surrounding district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 4 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 1 |
| Fraud | 2 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of narcotics | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 384 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.