Quirindi crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
322 recorded in this period, compared with 230 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Quirindi
Quirindi is a rural town located on the edge of the Liverpool Plains in northern New South Wales, serving as the administrative seat of the Liverpool Plains Shire. Situated approximately 340 kilometres north of Sydney, the town is set within a productive agricultural region known for its fertile black soil. As of the 2021 Census, the locality supports a population of 2,544 residents, with the broader shire economy heavily dependent on broadacre cropping, particularly wheat, sorghum, and sunflowers, as well as livestock production.
The town provides essential services for the surrounding farming community, featuring a range of retail outlets, primary and secondary schools, and a local hospital. It is well-connected to the state's transport network via the North West railway line and the Kamilaroi Highway. Local life is characterized by a strong focus on community sports and agricultural events, with the annual Quirindi Rural Heritage Festival serving as a notable regional highlight. The area also hosts various public parks and swimming facilities that cater to the town's social and recreational needs.
Established in the mid-19th century, Quirindi’s development was significantly accelerated by the arrival of the railway in the 1870s, which transformed the settlement into a vital transport hub for the Liverpool Plains. The region is rich in Indigenous history, with the name "Quirindi" derived from a local Aboriginal word, often interpreted as meaning "nest in the hills." Heritage remains a focal point for the community, preserved through several historical buildings and the local rural heritage museum.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 64 | 11 |
| Malicious damage to property | 44 | 19 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 34 | 18 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 28 | 31 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 26 | 30 |
| Fraud | 16 | 22 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 15 | 11 |
| Steal from dwelling | 11 | 8 |
| Other theft | 8 | 14 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 8 | 5 |
| Liquor offences | 7 | 5 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 7 | 9 |
| Sexual assault | 7 | 6 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 5 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 2 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 4 | 4 |
| Steal from retail store | 4 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,355 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.