Nymagee crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
22 recorded in this period, compared with 9 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Nymagee
Nymagee is a remote locality and former copper-mining town situated in central New South Wales, within the Cobar Shire local government area (postcode 2831). Located approximately 680 kilometres west-northwest of Sydney and roughly 100 kilometres south of Cobar, the area is characterised by arid to semi-arid terrain typical of the Cobar Pediplain, featuring flat to gently undulating landscapes used primarily for extensive pastoral activities, particularly sheep and cattle grazing. Due to its remote location, the population is very small, fluctuating with regional employment trends in agriculture and local resource sectors.
Local life in Nymagee is centered around a tight-knit rural community, supported by basic regional services while relying on nearby larger centres like Cobar for advanced amenities, healthcare, and secondary education. The town serves as a local social hub, featuring traditional rural infrastructure including the historic Nymagee Hotel. The surrounding region is also recognized for fossicking and bushwalking opportunities, drawing occasional outback tourists interested in the historical landscape.
Established in the late 19th century, Nymagee grew rapidly following the discovery of rich copper deposits in 1880. The Nymagee Copper Mining Company was formed, and the town prospered for several decades, supporting a population of over a thousand people at its peak with various businesses, schools, and civic buildings. However, like many outback mining settlements, operations declined due to falling metal prices, transport costs, and depletion of high-grade ore, leading to the closure of the smelters by the early 20th century. Today, several historic buildings and remnants of its industrial past remain, reflecting its heritage as a classic New South Wales mining boomtown.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Trespass | 5 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 3 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Stock theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 96 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.