Gollan crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gollan
Gollan is a small rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, within the Dubbo Regional Council local government area and the 2820 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land primarily utilized for mixed farming, including cropping and livestock grazing. As a thinly populated rural district, Gollan does not have a distinct, large urban population center, and its demographic profile is closely tied to the broader agricultural community of the region.
Local life in Gollan is centered around rural industry and community-based activities typical of the New South Wales wheat-sheep belt. Due to its small population, residents generally rely on nearby regional centers such as Dubbo and Wellington for major commercial services, secondary education, and specialized healthcare. Amenities within the immediate locality are minimal, reflecting its status as a quiet farming community.
Historically, the area was developed during the 19th and early 20th centuries as European settlement expanded into the inland regions of New South Wales for pastoral and agricultural pursuits. The locality retains its historical connection to the early agrarian history of the Dubbo hinterland, with remnants of early rural infrastructure and land-use patterns preserved across the district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 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.