Ganbenang crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Ganbenang
Ganbenang is a rural locality situated in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the City of Lithgow local government area and the 2790 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by rugged bushland, undulating terrain, and proximity to the western fringes of the Blue Mountains. Due to its expansive rural landscape, Ganbenang has a very low population density, with residents primarily residing on large acreage properties, agricultural holdings, or lifestyle blocks.
Local life in Ganbenang is defined by a quiet, remote rural atmosphere with minimal commercial infrastructure. Amenities within the immediate locality are extremely limited, requiring residents to travel to nearby regional hubs such as Jenolan, Hartley, or Lithgow for retail, education, healthcare, and professional services. The area appeals to those seeking isolation and a natural environment, with outdoor activities such as bushwalking and wildlife observation being prominent features of the local lifestyle.
Historically, the Ganbenang area shares the broader settlement and resource-use history of the Lithgow and Blue Mountains regions, involving early European exploration, pastoral expansion, and timber harvesting. While the locality contains few major heritage-listed architectural sites, its historical footprint is tied to the historical transport routes, stock routes, and agricultural enterprises that gradually opened up the rugged terrain of the central tablelands.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 109 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.