Tichborne crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tichborne
Tichborne is a rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, falling within the Parkes Shire Council area and the 2870 postcode. Geographically, it is positioned south of the town of Parkes, characterised by a landscape dominated by broadacre cropping and livestock grazing. As a sparsely populated agricultural district, Tichborne does not maintain a significant urban center, and its demographics are reflective of a traditional farming community integrated into the broader regional economy of the Parkes Shire.
The locality functions primarily as a transit and agricultural hub, featuring the Tichborne railway siding which historically facilitated the transport of local produce. Amenities in the area are minimal, with residents relying on the nearby regional center of Parkes for comprehensive services, healthcare, and education. Historically, the area was developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as European settlement expanded into the region’s fertile plains. Tichborne remains a quiet rural locality, maintaining its heritage through its ongoing contribution to the agricultural output of the New South Wales Central West.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 92 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.