Murga crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 14 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Murga
Murga is a rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, within the Cabonne Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2864. The geography is characterized by undulating agricultural lands typical of the region's inland slopes, supporting a small, dispersed population. Due to its rural nature, demographic data is largely integrated with the broader Cabonne local government area, with residents primarily engaged in primary production industries such as farming and livestock grazing.
Local life in Murga is centered around the agricultural community, with minimal commercial amenities within the immediate locality. Residents generally rely on nearby regional service hubs, such as Canowindra and Orange, for education, healthcare, and retail needs. The area is connected by a network of rural roads serving local properties and facilitating the transport of agricultural goods.
Historically, the area was developed following European settlement in the 19th century, driven by the expansion of pastoralism and agriculture in the Central West. While Murga does not feature major urban infrastructure, its history is tied to the broader pioneering and land-use development of the Cabonne district. Local heritage is preserved primarily through rural landscapes, historic homesteads, and the enduring agricultural traditions of the region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 58 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.