Pyramul crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Pyramul
Pyramul is a small rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, falling within the Mid-Western Regional Council area and the 2850 postcode. Geographically, it is characterized by undulating tablelands and pastoral landscapes defined by the Pyramul Creek. The population is sparse, typical of the region's agricultural focus, with residents primarily engaged in sheep and cattle grazing.
The locality functions as a quiet residential and farming community, with limited commercial amenities, requiring residents to travel to nearby regional hubs like Mudgee or Wellington for essential services. Local life centers on community-driven gatherings and agricultural pursuits, reflecting the traditional character of rural New South Wales. The area is served by local road networks that connect the smaller scattered holdings to the broader regional transport grid.
Historically, Pyramul emerged during the mid-19th century, spurred by the gold rushes that swept across the central west of the colony. While mining was the primary economic driver during its establishment, the township eventually shifted toward agriculture as gold deposits were exhausted. Evidence of this heritage persists in the area's pastoral aesthetic and the remnants of historic infrastructure, which serve as a reminder of the locality’s role in the early development of the region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 60 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.