Summer Hill Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
6 recorded in this period, compared with 6 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Summer Hill Creek
Summer Hill Creek is a rural locality situated within the Cabonne Shire in the Central West region of New South Wales, holding the postcode 2800. The geography is defined by the winding course of the Summer Hill Creek itself, which flows through undulating agricultural terrain characterized by basaltic soils and temperate woodlands. The area is sparsely populated, primarily serving as a corridor between the regional hubs of Orange and Molong, with the demographic consisting largely of farming families and residents seeking a semi-rural lifestyle.
The locality is primarily agricultural, with local land use focused on grazing, viticulture, and small-scale horticulture. It lacks a centralized commercial town center, with residents relying on the nearby city of Orange for essential services, education, and retail amenities. Historically, the region gained prominence during the mid-19th century as a site of early Australian gold discoveries. Today, the area retains a quiet, pastoral character, with its heritage reflected in scattered 19th-century farmsteads and the historical significance of the creek as a focal point for early European prospecting and exploration in the district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 234 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.