Isabella crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Isabella
Isabella is a rural locality situated in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Oberon Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2795. Geographically, the area is characterised by elevated, undulating terrain, native bushland, and cleared agricultural properties typical of the Great Dividing Range foothills. Due to its remote setting, Isabella has a very low population density, consisting primarily of rural landholders, agricultural homesteads, and dispersed acreage.
Local life in Isabella is centered around primary production, predominantly grazing and small-scale farming. The locality operates largely self-reliantly, with residents depending on nearby Oberon or major regional hubs like Bathurst for commercial retail, healthcare, secondary education, and professional services. Recreational activities in the surrounding area typically revolve around outdoor pursuits, given the proximity to state forests, national parks, and rural waterways.
Historically, the area was traditionally inhabited by Indigenous Australian peoples before European settlement in the 19th century. The region's development was spurred by pastoral expansion, forestry, and regional transport routes connecting the Central Tablelands to the coast. Today, Isabella retains a quiet, historical rural character with few modern commercial developments, preserving its identity as a secluded farming community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 58 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.