Guyong crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 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 Guyong
Guyong is a rural locality situated in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Cabonne Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2798. Located approximately midway between the regional centers of Orange and Bathurst along the Mitchell Highway, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land typical of the region's tablelands topography. The population is small and predominantly dispersed across rural properties and farming holdings, reflecting the broader demographic profile of the surrounding agricultural district.
The local economy and lifestyle are centered on primary production, primarily mixed farming, grazing, and viticulture, which benefit from the region's rich basalt soils and temperate climate. Due to its small population, day-to-day commercial amenities are limited, with residents relying primarily on nearby larger centers such as Millthorpe, Orange, and Bathurst for comprehensive retail, health, and educational services. The locality is traversed by major transport links, including the Mitchell Highway and the Main Western railway line, facilitating regional connectivity for freight and commuters.
Historically, Guyong and its surrounding district developed during the mid-19th century expansion of the Central West following European settlement. The area played a minor role in the region’s transport and staging history along the main route across the Blue Mountains to the western plains. While few prominent commercial buildings remain from its early settlement era, the locality retains a quiet rural character punctuated by historical agricultural properties and transport infrastructure remnants.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 118 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.