Tallimba crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 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 Tallimba
Tallimba is a rural locality situated in the Bland Shire of New South Wales, carrying the postcode 2669. It is located in the Central West region of the state, positioned between the regional centres of West Wyalong and Ungarie. The landscape is characterized by flat, fertile agricultural plains, with the regional economy primarily driven by broadacre cropping, particularly wheat and cereal grains. The population is small and sparse, consistent with the surrounding pastoral and agricultural districts of the Bland Shire.
Life in Tallimba is defined by a close-knit agricultural community supported by essential local services. The village features a primary school, a community hall, and a local hotel, which serves as a central social hub for residents. The area relies on the proximity of larger towns such as West Wyalong for broader commercial infrastructure, healthcare, and educational facilities. The locality maintains a quiet, rural character, with public amenities focused on meeting the immediate needs of the farming population.
Historically, Tallimba developed as a service settlement following the expansion of agricultural land use in the early 20th century. The locality was significantly influenced by the development of the branch railway line, which facilitated the transport of grain and regional produce to larger markets. Like many towns in the Riverina and Central West regions, its heritage is tied to the pioneering history of dryland farming and the establishment of local infrastructure to support the evolving wheat industry.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 2 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 185 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.