Gunbar crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gunbar
Gunbar is a small rural locality situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, within the Carrathool Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2711. Located west of Griffith and Hay, the surrounding geography is characterized by flat, semi-arid plains dominated by extensive dryland cropping, grazing, and native saltbush landscapes. Due to its remote setting, the population is very small, consisting primarily of agricultural workers and farming families scattered across large pastoral holdings.
Local life and amenities in Gunbar are minimal, reflecting its status as a remote rural outpost. The community relies on nearby regional service hubs, such as Griffith and Hillston, for major retail, healthcare, and educational needs. The locality functions principally as an agricultural service point, featuring basic civic infrastructure typical of small Riverina farming districts.
Historically, Gunbar developed as a pastoral settlement during the 19th century as European graziers established expansive sheep runs in the interior of New South Wales. The locality once supported a more robust population and local services during the height of the pastoral and coaching eras before centralisation and mechanisation led to demographic decline. Today, remnants of its past are preserved in local rural properties and regional historical records documenting the area's pioneer heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Stock theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 33 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.