Rock Forest crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
6 recorded in this period, compared with 8 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Rock Forest
Rock Forest is a rural locality situated within the Bathurst Regional Council area of New South Wales, sharing the 2795 postcode. Geographically, the area is defined by the undulating tablelands typical of the Central West region, characterized by a mix of pastoral landscapes and timbered slopes. Demographically, the population is sparse, consisting primarily of residents engaged in agricultural pursuits, including livestock grazing and mixed farming, integrated within the broader economic framework of the Bathurst hinterland.
Local life in Rock Forest is defined by its quiet, agricultural character, with limited public amenities within the locality itself. Residents rely on the nearby city of Bathurst for essential services, retail, education, and healthcare. The area is served by a network of rural roads that connect the dispersed properties to regional transport corridors. Historically, the locality was shaped by the expansion of colonial settlement in the 19th century, with land use primarily directed toward developing the fertile pockets of the region. While few formal heritage structures remain as public landmarks, the landscape retains a traditional rural aesthetic reflective of the area’s long-standing connection to the agricultural development of the Bathurst plains.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 149 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.