Llanarth crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
50 recorded in this period, compared with 65 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Llanarth
Llanarth is a residential locality and suburb situated in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Bathurst Regional Council local government area and the 2795 postcode. Located on the western fringe of the regional city of Bathurst, the area is characterized by rolling topography typical of the Macquarie River catchment. Demographically, Llanarth functions primarily as an extension of the broader Bathurst urban area, accommodating a mix of established families and professionals attracted to suburban living within proximity to regional services.
Local life in Llanarth is predominantly residential, featuring modern suburban housing developments alongside semi-rural properties. While the suburb itself is largely quiet and residential, it benefits from immediate access to the commercial, educational, and medical infrastructure of central Bathurst, which is located just a short drive away. Major transport links, including the Mitchell Highway, provide connectivity to the surrounding region and facilitate commuting into the Bathurst central business district.
Historically, the development of Llanarth is closely tied to the broader expansion of Bathurst, which was the first European settlement west of the Blue Mountains, established in 1815. While the locality itself features fewer prominent heritage buildings than the historic core of Bathurst, it sits within a culturally significant landscape defined by early pastoralism, agricultural use, and the regional development associated with the New South Wales gold rushes of the 19th century.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 8 | 9 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 7 | 12 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 6 | 3 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 1 |
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 6 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 2 |
| Coercive Control | 2 | 2 |
| Fraud | 2 | 8 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 0 |
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 4 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,302 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.