Gormans Hill crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
78 recorded in this period, compared with 77 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gormans Hill
Gormans Hill is an established residential locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, within the Bathurst Regional Council local government area and the 2795 postcode. Positioned immediately southeast of the Bathurst urban centre, the suburb is characterized by a mix of suburban housing and undulating topography typical of the tablelands region. Demographically, it shares the broader characteristics of Bathurst, accommodating a diverse population ranging from families to retirees, supported by its close proximity to the regional hub.
Local life in Gormans Hill is defined by its quiet residential atmosphere while benefiting from comprehensive amenities located just minutes away in central Bathurst. Residents have ready access to the city’s major educational institutions, healthcare facilities, retail precincts, and employment centres. The locality is connected via local road networks that facilitate straightforward commuting to the Bathurst central business district and surrounding regional areas.
The history of Gormans Hill is closely tied to the broader European settlement and development of Bathurst, which was proclaimed as Australia's first inland settlement in 1815. Named after early local figures or landholders, the area gradually transitioned from rural acreage into suburban residential housing to accommodate Bathurst’s post-war and late-20th-century expansion. While retaining a primarily modern residential character, the suburb contributes to the rich historical tapestry of the region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 11 | 9 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 9 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 8 | 8 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 7 | 6 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 7 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 6 | 7 |
| Breach bail conditions | 5 | 6 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 4 | 8 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 3 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 7 |
| Fraud | 3 | 4 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 2 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 4 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | 1 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 887 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.