Orange LGA crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4,845 recorded in this period, compared with 4,471 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Orange
The City of Orange is a significant regional local government area located in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, approximately 250 kilometres west of Sydney. Situated on the slopes of the extinct volcano Mount Canobolas, the region is defined by its elevated position, which provides a cool-climate environment conducive to agriculture and viticulture. As of the 2021 Census, the area serves as a major administrative and service hub, hosting a population of approximately 42,000 residents. The demographic profile is characterized by a blend of long-term rural residents and a growing professional class attracted to the city’s stable economic base.
The region is recognized for its robust local economy, which is underpinned by health care, education, retail, and a food and wine industry. Residents have access to comprehensive amenities, including the Orange Health Service, various public and private schools, and a regional airport facilitating connectivity to major metropolitan centres. Cultural life is anchored by the Orange Regional Gallery and the Orange Regional Museum, which curate local and national exhibitions. The area also hosts several annual festivals, most notably Orange F.O.O.D Week, which draws significant tourism to the local hospitality sector.
The history of the Orange region is deeply rooted in both Indigenous heritage and European colonial settlement. The land was traditionally inhabited by the Wiradjuri people, who maintained long-standing connections to the area’s natural resources. Following European exploration in the early 19th century, the township was officially proclaimed in 1846 and subsequently named in honour of Prince William of Orange. The mid-1800s gold rushes in the nearby Ophir and Lucknow areas served as a major catalyst for rapid development, transforming Orange from a small pastoral settlement into a thriving service centre. Today, the LGA retains much of its historical character, preserved through various heritage-listed buildings and significant streetscapes that document its evolution through the colonial and post-federation eras.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 602 | 537 |
| Harassment threatening | 492 | 505 |
| Malicious damage to property | 481 | 494 |
| Steal from retail store | 324 | 210 |
| Assault - non-domestic violence | 295 | 290 |
| Assault - domestic violence | 290 | 317 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 288 | 171 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 257 | 231 |
| Breach AVO | 245 | 326 |
| Fraud | 228 | 211 |
| Prohibited weapons offences | 194 | 171 |
| Sexual Offences | 178 | 179 |
| Trespass | 167 | 131 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 134 | 110 |
| Other theft | 121 | 119 |
| Steal from dwelling | 115 | 90 |
| Possession use of cannabis | 103 | 92 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 84 | 62 |
| Receiving stolen goods | 59 | 46 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 59 | 56 |
| Arson | 41 | 51 |
| Offensive conduct | 31 | 25 |
| Robbery | 19 | 15 |
| Liquor offences | 17 | 17 |
| Steal from person | 11 | 11 |
| Offensive language | 10 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 43,512 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.