O'Connell crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
12 recorded in this period, compared with 20 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About O'Connell
O’Connell is a rural locality situated in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Oberon Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2795. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, pastoral valleys, and the Fish River, which flows through the district. Demographically, O’Connell supports a small, dispersed population primarily engaged in agriculture, grazing, and related rural industries, reflecting the wider demographic profile of the Oberon shire.
Local life in O'Connell centers around its tight-knit rural community and historical landmarks. Amenities within the locality are modest, anchored by local community spaces and the heritage O'Connell Hotel, which serves as a central gathering point for residents and visitors. The surrounding region is popular for rural tourism, scenic drives, and outdoor recreation associated with the Tablelands landscape, while more extensive commercial and municipal services are accessed in nearby Oberon and Bathurst.
Gazetted as one of the oldest inland settlements in Australia outside of Bathurst, O’Connell has a rich colonial history tied to the early exploration and expansion of the colony beyond the Great Dividing Range. The area was historically significant as an agricultural hub and a staging point along early transport routes. Today, the locality retains a distinct historical character, featuring 19th-century buildings and structures that bear witness to its early European settlement and agricultural development.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 4 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 653 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.