Unincorporated Far West LGA crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
176 recorded in this period, compared with 169 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Unincorporated Far West
The Unincorporated Far West is a unique administrative region in New South Wales that does not fall under the jurisdiction of a local government area (LGA). Spanning approximately 51,000 square kilometers, it comprises the arid, sparsely populated desert landscapes of the state’s extreme northwest. The region is characterized by extreme climate conditions, extensive pastoral stations, and isolated localities. Due to its vast size and low population density, the area has no central municipal seat; services are typically coordinated through state-level agencies and regional bodies based in Broken Hill.
Life in the Unincorporated Far West is defined by isolation and self-sufficiency, with most residents concentrated in small, remote communities such as Tibooburra, Milparinka, and White Cliffs. Amenities are minimal, consisting primarily of essential outback infrastructure, small-scale retail, and emergency services. While the region lacks traditional urban facilities, it is a site of significant geological and environmental interest. Its history is deeply rooted in the 19th-century gold rushes and the subsequent development of the pastoral industry, which remains a cornerstone of the regional economy alongside emerging outback tourism centered on national parks and historical heritage sites.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Assault - domestic violence | 19 | 8 |
| Harassment threatening | 18 | 22 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 13 | 13 |
| Malicious damage to property | 13 | 14 |
| Breach AVO | 12 | 7 |
| Breach bail conditions | 11 | 2 |
| Possession use of cannabis | 11 | 12 |
| Prohibited weapons offences | 11 | 10 |
| Assault - non-domestic violence | 9 | 6 |
| Fraud | 9 | 10 |
| Other theft | 9 | 11 |
| Sexual Offences | 8 | 10 |
| Trespass | 8 | 9 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 7 | 11 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 5 | 3 |
| Arson | 4 | 1 |
| Steal from retail store | 4 | 6 |
| Receiving stolen goods | 3 | 6 |
| Liquor offences | 1 | 1 |
| Offensive conduct | 1 | 1 |
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.