Mirrool crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mirrool
Mirrool is a rural locality situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales, within the Bland Shire local government area, carrying the postcode 2665. Geographically, it is characterized by flat, arid-to-semi-arid plains dominated by broadacre agricultural land, primarily dedicated to cereal cropping and sheep grazing. Due to its sparse population, demographic data for Mirrool is largely subsumed within the broader Bland Shire statistical area, reflecting a very low population density and an aging demographic typical of remote Australian farming communities.
Local life and amenities in Mirrool are minimal, reflecting its status as a small farming settlement rather than a commercial hub. The locality relies heavily on nearby larger towns, such as Ariah Park and Barellan, for retail, secondary education, and health services. Social infrastructure within Mirrool historically centers around community-use buildings, though day-to-day services are limited. It is connected by regional road networks that facilitate the transport of local agricultural yields to larger silos and distribution centers.
The history of Mirrool is closely tied to the expansion of the New South Wales railway and the post-Federation settlement of the Riverina. The locality developed as a wheat-growing and pastoral community following the extension of the railway line in the early 20th century, which enabled efficient transport of local produce to market. Its heritage is preserved through remnants of early rural infrastructure and the enduring agricultural traditions of the families who have farmed the land for generations.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 79 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.