Menindee crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
124 recorded in this period, compared with 145 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Menindee
Menindee is a rural locality situated in the Far West region of New South Wales, within the Central Darling Shire (postcode 2879). Geographically defined by its proximity to the Darling River (Baaka) and the expansive Menindee Lakes system, the area is characterized by an arid climate and flat terrain. According to the 2021 census, the population is relatively small, numbering a few hundred residents, and includes a significant Indigenous Australian population with deep connections to the traditional custodianship of the region.
Local life in Menindee is tied to the surrounding natural environment, pastoral industries, and tourism centered around fishing, birdwatching, and water sports on the lakes. Essential community amenities are modest, featuring a local school, health services, a post office, and accommodation options for visitors. The locality serves as a gateway to the nearby Kinchega National Park, drawing travellers interested in the outback landscape and river ecosystems, though the local economy and population fluctuate depending on water availability and agricultural conditions.
The region has a rich history, beginning as the traditional lands of the Barkandji people, whose culture and heritage remain deeply embedded in the area. European history was shaped by explorers such as Thomas Mitchell and the Burke and Wills expedition, which used the area as a staging point in the 19th century. Menindee holds the distinction of being the first European settlement established on the Darling River, growing historically as a river port for paddle steamers before the expansion of the rail network.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 18 | 24 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 16 | 10 |
| Malicious damage to property | 14 | 13 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 13 | 21 |
| Breach bail conditions | 7 | 8 |
| Steal from dwelling | 7 | 1 |
| Trespass | 6 | 4 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 5 | 4 |
| Other theft | 5 | 7 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 5 | 6 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 4 | 10 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 11 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 3 |
| Other offences | 3 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 3 | 4 |
| Assault Police | 2 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 2 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 537 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.