Mumbil crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
29 recorded in this period, compared with 27 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mumbil
Mumbil is a small rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, within the Dubbo Regional Council local government area and the 2820 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating pastoral land, agricultural properties, and proximity to major regional natural features, notably the upper reaches of the Macquarie River. Demographically, Mumbil supports a small, dispersed population typical of rural Australian farming communities, with residents primarily engaged in agriculture, local land management, and associated industries.
Local life in Mumbil centers around community-based activities and outdoor recreation. The locality's most prominent landmark is the nearby Burrendong Dam, located on the Bell River, which significantly shapes the local economy and lifestyle. Lake Burrendong and the surrounding State Park attract tourists and locals alike for water sports, fishing, camping, and bushwalking. While Mumbil itself has limited commercial amenities, it relies on nearby regional hubs such as Wellington and Dubbo for comprehensive retail, educational, and healthcare services.
The history of the Mumbil area is closely tied to European settlement, pastoral expansion, and the development of regional water infrastructure. Indigenous heritage in the region is associated with the Wiradjuri people, who traditionally inhabited the land along the Macquarie River and its tributaries. European activity expanded significantly in the 19th century with farming and the eventual construction of Burrendong Dam, which commenced in the 1940s and was completed in the 1960s, permanently altering the local landscape and providing crucial irrigation and flood mitigation for the region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 5 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 7 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 3 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 1 |
| Fraud | 2 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 1 |
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 3 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 298 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.