Lake Cargelligo crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
164 recorded in this period, compared with 203 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Lake Cargelligo
Lake Cargelligo is a town and locality in the central-west region of New South Wales, situated within the Lachlan Shire local government area with the postcode 2672. The settlement is centered on Lake Cargelligo, a natural terminal lake fed by the Lachlan River. The locality supports a stable regional population of approximately 1,500 residents. The surrounding landscape is characterized by flat, semi-arid plains utilized primarily for broadacre agriculture, dryland cropping, and pastoral activities.
The town serves as a vital commercial and service hub for the surrounding agricultural district. Local life and amenities are centered around a small central business district, which provides essential retail services, health facilities, and schooling options. The lake itself is a focal point for the community, supporting various recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and camping, alongside managed water storage infrastructure that underpins the region's agricultural productivity.
Prior to European settlement, the area was inhabited by the Wiradjuri people, who utilized the rich resources of the lake and surrounding wetlands. European exploration of the region occurred in the 19th century, with pastoral runs soon established along the Lachlan River system. The town of Lake Cargelligo was formally gazetted in the late 19th century as the surrounding land was opened up for closer settlement, and it subsequently grew to support the expanding pastoral and agricultural industries of the Riverina and Central West plains.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 23 | 21 |
| Breach bail conditions | 15 | 10 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 13 | 14 |
| Malicious damage to property | 11 | 24 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 11 | 6 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 10 | 9 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 10 | 9 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 9 | 12 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 7 | 10 |
| Fraud | 5 | 10 |
| Other theft | 5 | 8 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 6 |
| Arson | 4 | 4 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 4 | 6 |
| Offensive conduct | 4 | 2 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 4 | 7 |
| Murder | 3 | 0 |
| Other offences | 3 | 6 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,430 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.