Ogunbil crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Ogunbil
Ogunbil is a rural locality situated in the New England region of New South Wales, within the Tamworth Regional Council local government area and carrying the postcode 2340. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating topography, fertile soils, and a modified landscape primarily dedicated to agricultural production, including broadacre cropping and livestock grazing. Due to its rural nature, Ogunbil has a very low population density, with residents predominantly living on large farming properties and dispersed rural homesteads.
Local life and amenities in Ogunbil are closely tied to the nearby regional center of Tamworth, which provides comprehensive commercial, educational, and healthcare services. Agricultural operations form the backbone of the local economy, supported by the regional transport networks that facilitate the movement of livestock and grain to wider markets. The locality lacks a distinct commercial village center, relying instead on neighboring settlements for daily retail and community infrastructure.
Historically, the area developed in the 19th century following European settlement and the expansion of pastoralism throughout the Namoi and Peel river catchments. The land was traditionally inhabited by Aboriginal peoples, specifically the Kamilaroi nation, who maintained a deep connection to the region's river systems and resources. While Ogunbil retains few formalized heritage sites of state significance, the rural landscape itself bears the enduring imprint of early agricultural endeavors, stock routes, and traditional land use.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 152 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.