Pine Clump crime statistics

About Pine Clump

Pine Clump is a rural locality situated within the Warren Shire local government area in central-western New South Wales, carrying the postcode 2824. The landscape is characterized by the flat, semi-arid plains typical of the Macquarie Marshes region, primarily supporting large-scale agricultural operations, including broadacre cropping and livestock grazing. Due to its remote and sparsely populated nature, the locality does not maintain a centralized urban footprint, with residents relying on the nearby administrative center of Warren for broader municipal and social services.

The history of Pine Clump is intrinsically linked to the early European pastoral settlement of the Macquarie Valley in the 19th century, where the clearing of native timber and the establishment of vast sheep and cattle stations shaped the regional economy. The area retains a distinct heritage centered on colonial agricultural development, with land use remaining consistent with its historical roots. While Pine Clump lacks modern public amenities such as schools or commercial districts, it reflects the traditional demographic profile of the Orana region, characterized by low population density and a focus on primary production.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · SAL 13225
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections