Garra crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Garra
Garra is a rural locality in the Central West region of New South Wales, situated within the Cabonne Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2866. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating plains and low hills typical of the Murray-Darling basin's eastern slopes, supporting a landscape predominantly dedicated to agriculture. Demographically, Garra has a very small population, reflecting a dispersed rural settlement pattern where residents primarily reside on working farms and large rural properties.
Local life in Garra is closely tied to the surrounding agricultural industries, with land use largely focused on mixed farming, including cereal cropping and livestock grazing. Due to its sparse population, the locality does not feature major commercial amenities or retail hubs. Instead, residents rely on nearby regional service centres—such as Molong, Cumnock, and Orange—for education, healthcare, and everyday shopping.
Historically, the area was traditionally inhabited by Wiradjuri Aboriginal peoples before European settlement in the 19th century. The development of Garra, like much of the Cabonne Shire, was spurred by the expansion of pastoralism, agriculture, and subsequent transport infrastructure, including the nearby Main Western railway line which facilitated the transport of local primary produce to broader markets.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 117 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.