Mandurama crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
15 recorded in this period, compared with 25 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mandurama
Mandurama is a small rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, within the Blayney Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2792. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating agricultural land typical of the Central Tablelands, supporting a quiet rural population. In the 2021 census, Mandurama and its surrounding district recorded a small population, reflecting its status as a tight-knit farming community.
Local life in Mandurama is centered around primary agricultural industries, predominantly livestock grazing and cropping. Essential amenities within the locality are modest, with residents typically relying on nearby larger towns such as Blayney, Carcoar, and Cowra for comprehensive retail, health, and educational services. The locality features local community spaces and transport links via regional roadways that connect it to the broader Central West network.
Historically, Mandurama emerged during the 19th-century expansion of the Central West, driven by agricultural development and the nearby gold rushes of the region. The area retains a distinct historical character, featuring nineteenth-century architecture and proximity to significant heritage sites, including the historic town of Carcoar. This rich regional history contributes to the local identity and attracts occasional heritage tourism to the surrounding district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 2 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 4 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 345 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.