Freemantle crime statistics

About Freemantle

Freemantle is a rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, within the Bathurst Regional Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2795. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating topography typical of the tablelands, featuring a mix of agricultural land, native bushland, and cleared pastures. As a sparsely populated rural district, Freemantle records a very low population, with residents primarily residing on acreage properties and working in surrounding agricultural or regional centres.

Local life in Freemantle is centered around rural living, primary production, and self-sufficiency, with the nearby regional city of Bathurst providing essential services, commercial retail, healthcare, and educational facilities. The locality has limited commercial amenities of its own, relying instead on regional transport links for commuting and trade. Residents generally access community infrastructure, including schools and recreational facilities, within the broader Bathurst area.

The history of Freemantle is closely tied to European settlement and agricultural expansion in the Bathurst district during the 19th century. European use of the land traditionally focused on grazing and farming, building upon the early exploration and colonisation of the Bathurst plains. While the locality contains few major modern commercial developments, its historical landscape reflects the broader pastoral heritage of New South Wales.

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 11569
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections