Tindarey crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tindarey
Tindarey is a sparsely populated rural locality situated in the Far West region of New South Wales, falling under the jurisdiction of the Cobar Shire Council. Located within the postcode 2835, the area is characterized by arid, expansive pastoral landscapes typical of the Cobar Peneplain. Due to its remote geographic position and reliance on large-scale land holdings, the locality supports a very low population density, with demographics primarily defined by those engaged in the agricultural and pastoral sectors.
The region is defined by its rugged, semi-arid environment, with local life centered around remote grazing properties and station management rather than centralized urban infrastructure. Amenities within Tindarey are minimal, as the locality lacks a dedicated township or retail services; residents generally look to the regional hub of Cobar for education, healthcare, and essential supplies. The area’s history is deeply connected to the development of the pastoral industry in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as settlers moved into the region to exploit the vast grazing tracts of the semi-arid interior. Today, the locality remains an isolated, quiet expanse reflecting the traditional rural heritage of Western New South Wales.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 2 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 35 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.