Dubbo LGA crime statistics

About Dubbo

Dubbo Regional Council is a local government area located in the Orana region of New South Wales, centered approximately 400 kilometers northwest of Sydney. Spanning over 7,500 square kilometers, the landscape is defined by the Macquarie River valley and the surrounding fertile plains of the Central West. As of the 2021 Census, the region supports a population of approximately 55,000 residents. The demographic profile is characterized by a significant agricultural sector, a growing service economy, and a notably large Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population, which plays a central role in the cultural and social fabric of the community.

The area serves as a primary regional hub for commerce, healthcare, and education, providing essential services to the broader Western Plains of New South Wales. Dubbo is home to extensive public infrastructure, including the Taronga Western Plains Zoo, which serves as a major tourist attraction and economic driver. Residents benefit from a comprehensive range of amenities, including a regional airport, the Dubbo Base Hospital, and several tertiary education campuses. The economy is diverse, supported by robust sectors in government administration, retail, construction, and broad-acre agriculture, which remains a foundational industry for the region’s prosperity.

The history of the region is deeply rooted in the traditional custodianship of the Wiradjuri people, who have inhabited the area for millennia. Following European exploration in the early 19th century, the township of Dubbo was formally gazetted in 1849, developing rapidly as a strategic stopover for pastoralists and travelers heading inland. Throughout the 20th century, the city evolved from a railway and agricultural center into a diversified regional metropolis. Heritage conservation remains a priority for the LGA, with several protected sites and historical buildings reflecting the architectural evolution of the colonial and post-colonial periods.

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 · LGA 12390
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections