Neurea crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Neurea
Neurea is a rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, lying primarily within the Dubbo Regional Council local government area and sharing the 2820 postcode. The geographic landscape is characterized by undulating agricultural land, native bush remnants, and pastoral properties situated near the Bell River. Due to its expansive rural nature, the population is very small and dispersed, with residents primarily engaged in primary production, including dryland farming and livestock grazing.
Local life in Neurea is centered around agricultural pursuits and community self-reliance, with residents depending on nearby larger regional centers such as Wellington and Dubbo for comprehensive commercial, educational, and medical services. The locality is traversed by key transport links, including the Midwestern Highway and the Main Western railway line, which facilitate the movement of freight and regional transit through the area. Infrastructure within Neurea itself is minimal, typical of sparsely populated New South Wales farming districts.
Historically, the area developed in the 19th century following European settlement and the expansion of pastoralism and the railway network into the Central West. The establishment of the railway played a significant role in the initial economic viability of Neurea, serving as a transit point for local agricultural produce. While many of the original settlement structures have diminished over time, the locality retains a quiet historical character tied to the broader pioneering and agricultural history of the Dubbo region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 129 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.