Mutawintji crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mutawintji
Mutawintji is a remote locality situated in the Unincorporated Far West region of New South Wales, encompassing the postcode 2880. Geographically defined by arid landscapes, striking sandstone ranges, and ephemeral watercourses, the area experiences an extreme desert climate with high summer temperatures and low annual rainfall. Due to its harsh environment and remote location, the permanent resident population is minimal, falling primarily under the governance of the New South Wales Unincorporated Area rather than a traditional local government authority.
Local activity in the area is largely centered on conservation, land management, and tourism. Mutawintji National Park serves as the primary focal point, drawing visitors interested in the region's dramatic natural scenery and rich Indigenous heritage. Amenities within the locality are extremely limited, with most commercial services, healthcare, and infrastructure accessed further afield in regional hubs such as Broken Hill.
The area holds profound historical and cultural significance, particularly for the local Aboriginal traditional owners, the Malyangapa and Barkandji peoples. Mutawintji features an extensive collection of Aboriginal rock art, engravings, and sacred sites that document tens of thousands of years of continuous occupation. In recognition of this heritage, significant portions of the national park were returned to Indigenous ownership and are now jointly managed with the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 30 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.