Kandos crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
107 recorded in this period, compared with 154 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kandos
Kandos is a town in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, situated within the Mid-Western Regional Council local government area and carrying the postcode 2848. Located approximately 250 kilometres northwest of Sydney, the locality is positioned near the western edge of the Great Dividing Range and immediately adjacent to the town of Rylstone. At the 2021 census, Kandos recorded a population of roughly 1,200 residents. The surrounding landscape is characterized by undulating rural terrain, proximity to the Dunn Swamp and Wollemi National Park, and a temperate climate featuring cool winters and warm summers.
Established in 1913, Kandos has a rich industrial heritage tied directly to the production of cement. The town was purpose-built by the Kandos Cement Company, whose name is a portmanteau derived from "Australia, New South Wales, Portland, Cement, Company." For much of the 20th century, the local cement works served as the primary economic driver for the community, shaping its grid-like urban layout and worker housing. Following the closure of the cement plant, the town's economy transitioned toward light industry, tourism, and services catering to visitors exploring the nearby national parks.
Today, Kandos functions as a quiet regional locality offering essential community infrastructure, including local retail shops, sporting facilities, a primary school, and medical services. The town's industrial legacy is celebrated through local heritage sites and community events, most notably the recurring Cement Australia festival and contemporary art projects that repurpose former industrial spaces. Residents and visitors engage with a relaxed rural lifestyle, supported by community clubs, proximity to the Cudgegong River, and the natural recreational opportunities of the surrounding region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 18 | 27 |
| Steal from dwelling | 10 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 9 | 12 |
| Sexual assault | 8 | 4 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 7 | 20 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 7 | 16 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 7 | 4 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 6 | 4 |
| Fraud | 5 | 5 |
| Malicious damage to property | 5 | 21 |
| Breach bail conditions | 4 | 5 |
| Other offences | 4 | 4 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 3 |
| Trespass | 3 | 2 |
| Criminal intent | 2 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 3 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,263 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.