Springside crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
10 recorded in this period, compared with 13 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Springside
Springside is a rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, falling within the Cabonne Shire local government area and the 2800 postcode. Positioned approximately 15 kilometers south of the regional city of Orange, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land and elevated terrain typical of the Great Dividing Range foothills. The population is relatively small and dispersed, primarily consisting of residents engaged in local primary production and those commuting to the nearby urban centers of Orange or Molong for employment.
The locality functions as a quiet residential and agricultural community, with local infrastructure primarily serving the immediate needs of its inhabitants and surrounding farms. While the area lacks a dense commercial center, it maintains a distinct rural character, with access to broader educational, healthcare, and retail amenities provided by the nearby city of Orange. Historically, Springside developed as a settlement rooted in the regional expansion of agriculture, particularly grazing and orchard cultivation, which remain defining features of the landscape. The area preserves elements of this heritage through its traditional farmsteads and the long-standing land-use patterns that have shaped its contemporary rural identity.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 4 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 303 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.