Nyrang Creek 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 Nyrang Creek
Nyrang Creek is a rural locality in the Central West region of New South Wales, situated within the Cabonne Shire local government area and the 2804 postcode. The geography is characterized by undulating agricultural land, pastoral properties, and the watercourse from which the locality derives its name. Due to its rural nature, the population is very small, dispersed across farming holdings, and aligns with the broader demographic profile of the region, which is heavily reliant on primary production.
Local life in Nyrang Creek is centered around agriculture, primarily livestock grazing and broadacre cropping. The locality operates largely without commercial amenities, with residents relying on nearby regional centers such as Canowindra and Cowra for retail, healthcare, education, and professional services. Community engagement is typically tied to rural networks, local sporting clubs, and regional agricultural shows in the surrounding district.
European settlement in the area dates back to the 19th century, driven by the expansion of pastoralism and agriculture in the Central West of New South Wales. The region holds historical ties to early land grants and the development of regional transport routes linking pastoral runs to emerging towns. While few heritage-listed structures remain prominent in the immediate locality, the landscape retains a strong connection to its pioneer farming history.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 29 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.