The Meadows crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About The Meadows
The Meadows is a rural locality situated within the Oberon Shire Council in the Central Tablelands region of New South Wales, sharing the postcode 2787. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating high-altitude terrain typical of the Great Dividing Range, featuring a mix of cleared agricultural pastures and patches of native eucalypt forest. As a sparsely populated rural district, its demographic profile is defined by a low population density, with residents primarily engaged in primary industries, including livestock grazing and timber production.
Local life in The Meadows is centered on agricultural activity and the quiet lifestyle afforded by its remote positioning. Residents typically access major services, education, and retail amenities in the nearby town of Oberon, which serves as the primary administrative and commercial hub for the shire. The locality relies on local road networks for connectivity to surrounding regional centers such as Bathurst. While the area lacks significant public infrastructure, it is known for its proximity to the natural landscapes of the Blue Mountains and surrounding state forests, which facilitate outdoor recreation.
Historically, The Meadows was developed as part of the broader European settlement of the Oberon region during the 19th century, when the land was subdivided for pastoral expansion and farming. The locality’s heritage is rooted in early agricultural practices, with the landscape reflecting traditional land-use patterns common to the Central Tablelands. While there are no prominent large-scale historic monuments, the area retains the character of a long-standing rural community shaped by its isolation and its role in the region's historical agricultural output.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 22 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.