Roto crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
6 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 Roto
Roto is a remote rural locality situated in the Unincorporated Far West region of New South Wales, bordering the Carrathool Shire to the southeast. Positioned within the arid pastoral landscape of the Western Division, the area is defined by its vast, low-lying plains characterized by saltbush and sparse vegetation. Due to its isolated geography and minimal infrastructure, Roto is sparsely populated, functioning primarily as a collection of expansive agricultural holdings rather than a concentrated residential settlement.
Local life in Roto is defined by its isolation and dependence on large-scale grazing operations. The locality lacks significant public amenities, commercial centers, or permanent community services, with residents typically relying on larger regional hubs for essential supplies, education, and healthcare. Infrastructure is limited to rudimentary road networks that connect pastoral stations to surrounding districts. Historically, the area emerged as part of the expansion of the wool industry in the late 19th century. Its development was closely tied to the establishment of significant pastoral leases and the subsequent expansion of the rail network into the surrounding region, which facilitated the transport of livestock and wool from the remote interior to major markets.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Stock theft | 3 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 33 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.