Ryan crime statistics

About Ryan

Ryan is a small rural locality situated within the Lockhart Shire in the Riverina region of New South Wales, holding the postcode 2658. Geographically, it is characterized by flat, fertile agricultural plains typical of the Riverina landscape, which supports a predominantly grain-growing and livestock-grazing economy. The population is sparse, consisting largely of families engaged in primary production, and the area is served by the administrative and commercial hub of the nearby town of Lockhart.

Historically, the area developed during the late 19th and early 20th centuries as part of the broader agricultural expansion of the Riverina. As a satellite to larger settlements, Ryan served as a minor transit and collection point for produce during the height of the railway era. While many of the original community structures have diminished over time, the locality retains its heritage as a representative example of rural settlement in the New South Wales wheat belt. Today, local life remains centered on independent farming operations, with residents relying on surrounding townships for educational, medical, and retail amenities.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · SAL 13466
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections