Piney Range crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 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 Piney Range
Piney Range is a rural locality situated within the Weddin Shire in the central west region of New South Wales, carrying the postcode 2810. The geography of the area is defined by undulating agricultural landscapes and timbered ridges typical of the South West Slopes. As a sparsely populated rural district, it maintains a small, dispersed population primarily engaged in primary production, with land use dominated by broadacre cropping and livestock grazing.
The locality functions as an integral part of the regional agricultural economy, with local life centered around farming operations and proximity to the nearby township of Grenfell. Amenities are limited within the locality itself, necessitating reliance on Grenfell for essential services, education, and retail. Historically, Piney Range has been characterized by its long-standing pastoral and grain-growing heritage. The area reflects the broader settlement history of the Weddin Shire, evolving from early colonial land grants into a consolidated community supported by the development of local transport routes and infrastructure that link the hinterland to regional trade hubs.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 63 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.