Mid-Western LGA crime statistics

About Mid-Western

The Mid-Western Regional Council is located in the Central Tablelands and Central West regions of New South Wales, encompassing an area of approximately 8,750 square kilometres. The region is defined by its diverse landscape, ranging from river valleys and agricultural plains to undulating hills. As of the 2021 Census, the area maintains a population of roughly 25,000 residents, with the town of Mudgee serving as the primary administrative and commercial centre. Other significant localities include Gulgong, Kandos, and Rylstone, which collectively support a local economy driven by agriculture, viticulture, coal mining, and tourism.

Local life in the Mid-Western region is characterized by a mix of rural industry and a burgeoning tourism sector, particularly centred around the Mudgee wine region. Residents have access to essential community amenities, including regional health facilities, public and private primary and secondary schools, and various recreational parks and sporting complexes. The region’s infrastructure is supported by major arterial roads connecting the area to regional hubs like Bathurst and Orange, while community events, such as local agricultural shows and seasonal food and wine festivals, remain central to social life.

The history of the region is deeply rooted in the nineteenth-century gold rushes, which spurred rapid development and permanent settlement across the area. Towns such as Gulgong are notable for their well-preserved colonial architecture, reflecting the prosperity of the gold mining era. The heritage of the Mid-Western region is further shaped by its agricultural evolution, particularly the establishment of early pastoral runs and, later, the development of the viticulture industry. Today, the council maintains several heritage-listed sites and museums that document the region's transition from an extractive mining frontier to a contemporary centre for regional produce and heritage tourism.

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 15270
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections