Orange crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5,119 recorded in this period, compared with 4,730 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Orange
Orange is a regional city located in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, approximately 250 kilometres west of Sydney, operating within the City of Orange local government area and encompassing the postcode 2800. Situated on the slopes of the extinct volcano Mount Canobolas, the locality experiences a cool temperate climate distinct from much of the surrounding state, featuring four distinct seasons. As a significant regional hub, Orange supports a population of over 40,000 residents, driven by a diverse economy that includes agriculture, mining, healthcare, education, and a rapidly growing viticulture and tourism sector.
The city provides a comprehensive range of urban amenities, including the Orange Health Service, tertiary education facilities such as a campus of Charles Sturt University, and extensive retail, dining, and recreational spaces. Parks and green spaces are prominent throughout the urban layout, complemented by proximity to natural attractions like the Mount Canobolas State Conservation Area. Transport infrastructure includes the Orange Regional Airport, providing regular commercial flights to Sydney, alongside established rail and road connections.
European settlement in the area began in the early 19th century, with the site officially proclaimed as a village in 1846 and later named in honour of Prince William of Orange. The region experienced significant economic and demographic growth following the 1851 Australian gold rushes, which brought an influx of prospectors and established the area's historical foundations. Today, Orange preserves much of its 19th-century Victorian architecture, heritage streetscapes, and notable public buildings, reflecting its enduring history as a prosperous inland commercial and agricultural centre.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 601 | 532 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 475 | 500 |
| Malicious damage to property | 475 | 480 |
| Steal from retail store | 322 | 210 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 292 | 290 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 282 | 169 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 281 | 313 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 250 | 230 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 243 | 324 |
| Fraud | 224 | 206 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 193 | 164 |
| Trespass | 167 | 131 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 129 | 110 |
| Other theft | 121 | 117 |
| Steal from dwelling | 111 | 86 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 103 | 93 |
| Sexual assault | 91 | 98 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 84 | 75 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 41,232 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.