Hayes Gap crime statistics

About Hayes Gap

Hayes Gap is a rural locality situated in the Mid-Western Regional Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2850 postcode. Geographically, it is characterised by undulating terrain, native bushland, and agricultural acreage typical of the Central Tablelands and Slopes region. Due to its rural nature and sparse settlement, the locality has a very small population, with most residents residing on large rural properties or working in primary production.

The locality is primarily agricultural, focusing on livestock grazing and broadacre farming. Given its small population and remote setting, Hayes Gap lacks a commercial centre or dedicated public amenities. Residents rely on nearby towns—such as Mudgee—for essential services, education, healthcare, and retail shopping. Local infrastructure largely consists of rural access roads connecting properties to the broader regional transport network.

Historically, the area was developed in the wake of European expansion into the Central West, driven by pastoralism and regional gold rushes in the broader Mudgee district. The place name reflects the geographical features utilized by early explorers and settlers traversing the local ridgelines. While it retains few distinct historical commercial sites, the cultural landscape reflects generations of agricultural use and European settlement history.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · SAL 11883
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections