Locksley crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Locksley
Locksley is a rural locality in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, situated within the Bathurst Regional Council local government area and the 2795 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating agricultural land, native bushland, and proximity to the Fish River. Demographically, Locksley is sparsely populated, with its residents primarily engaging in rural pursuits such as livestock grazing and agriculture, contributing to a quiet, tight-knit country community.
Local life in Locksley revolves around its rural setting, with properties typically consisting of acreage and larger farming holdings. While the locality itself does not feature commercial shopping precincts or extensive public infrastructure, residents access essential services, retail, and secondary education in nearby regional centres such as Bathurst and Oberon. Transport connectivity is provided via local rural roadways linking to the Great Western Highway, facilitating regional travel.
Historically, the area developed during the 19th century as European settlement expanded into the Central Tablelands, driven by agriculture and the expansion of the Main Western railway line through the region. The locality retains a quiet historical character, reflecting the broader pastoral and infrastructural history of the Bathurst hinterland, with remnants of early rural settlement still visible in the surrounding landscape.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 55 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.