Piambong crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 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 Piambong
Piambong is a rural locality situated in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, falling within the Mid-Western Regional Council area and sharing the 2850 postcode with the nearby regional hub of Mudgee. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating pastoral land, rolling hills, and a temperate climate suitable for agricultural production. Due to its sparse settlement pattern and large land holdings, Piambong has a low population density, with residents typically engaged in broadacre farming, grazing, and viticulture activities consistent with the broader Mudgee wine region.
Life in Piambong is defined by a quiet, agrarian lifestyle, with residents relying on the adjacent town of Mudgee for essential services, retail, and primary and secondary schooling. The locality lacks significant commercial infrastructure, functioning primarily as a residential and agricultural zone. Historically, the region was developed following European settlement in the mid-19th century, when the land was subdivided into agricultural estates. While few landmark structures remain, the area maintains a heritage rooted in early colonial farming practices and the expansion of the pastoral industry, which continues to shape the local landscape and land-use patterns today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Coercive Control | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 157 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.