Gilgandra LGA crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
514 recorded in this period, compared with 486 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gilgandra
The Gilgandra Shire is a local government area located in the Orana region of New South Wales, encompassing approximately 4,834 square kilometres. Centred around the township of Gilgandra, the landscape is characterised by flat to undulating plains and is situated along the banks of the Castlereagh River. The shire is predominantly rural, with an economy heavily reliant on agriculture, including wheat, wool, and cattle production. The population is relatively small and stable, primarily residing within the main township, which serves as a regional service hub for the surrounding farming communities.
Local life in Gilgandra is supported by essential community infrastructure, including public schools, medical facilities, and various sporting and recreational amenities. The town acts as a significant crossroads in central western New South Wales, serving as a junction for the Newell, Oxley, and Castlereagh Highways. This strategic position makes it a common transit point for travellers. The shire maintains a community-focused lifestyle, with local government services concentrated on the maintenance of public infrastructure, agricultural support, and the preservation of regional heritage.
Historically, the region was inhabited by the Wiradjuri people before European pastoral settlement began in the mid-19th century. Gilgandra is recognised for its role in the First World War as the starting point of the "Coo-ee March" in 1915, a significant recruitment drive where locals marched to Sydney to enlist. This heritage is commemorated locally through various monuments and historical sites. Today, the shire balances the preservation of its colonial and military history with its ongoing commitment to supporting the regional agricultural industry.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Harassment threatening | 62 | 52 |
| Breach bail conditions | 56 | 78 |
| Assault - domestic violence | 54 | 58 |
| Malicious damage to property | 42 | 52 |
| Breach AVO | 36 | 29 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 32 | 13 |
| Trespass | 29 | 25 |
| Sexual Offences | 27 | 16 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 23 | 18 |
| Fraud | 22 | 19 |
| Assault - non-domestic violence | 20 | 21 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 17 | 8 |
| Prohibited weapons offences | 16 | 10 |
| Steal from dwelling | 16 | 15 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 11 | 10 |
| Other theft | 11 | 12 |
| Possession use of cannabis | 10 | 13 |
| Receiving stolen goods | 7 | 8 |
| Arson | 6 | 6 |
| Offensive conduct | 6 | 2 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 6 | 9 |
| Liquor offences | 2 | 4 |
| Steal from retail store | 2 | 3 |
| Steal from person | 1 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,295 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.