Georges Plains crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 8 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Georges Plains
Georges Plains is a rural locality in the Central West region of New South Wales, situated within the Bathurst Regional Council local government area and the 2795 postcode. Located south of the regional city of Bathurst, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, rolling hills, and pastoral properties. Demographically, the population is small, reflecting a quiet, rural lifestyle shared primarily by farming families and residents seeking semi-rural acreage.
Local life and amenities in Georges Plains are sparse, with the community relying heavily on nearby Bathurst for major commercial, educational, and healthcare services. The locality is traversed by the Main Western railway line, and the local Georges Plains railway station site serves as a historical marker of the area's transport past. Community activity is typically centered around regional hubs, though the rural landscape supports various agricultural pursuits, including livestock grazing and cropping.
Historically, Georges Plains was established during the 19th century as European settlement expanded into the Bathurst plains and surrounding districts. The area played a minor role in the region's transport and agricultural development following the opening of the railway line in the 1870s, which facilitated the movement of local produce to markets. Today, remnants of its colonial past can be seen in historical rural properties and infrastructure scattered throughout the landscape.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 218 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.