Tomingley crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
42 recorded in this period, compared with 49 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tomingley
Tomingley is a small rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, falling within the Narromine Shire Council local government area. Located approximately 50 kilometres south of Dubbo and 15 kilometres north of Peak Hill along the Newell Highway, the area is characterized by its agricultural landscape and undulating plains. As a sparsely populated rural community, its demographics are primarily composed of residents engaged in local farming and regional industry, with the township serving as a modest transit point for long-distance freight and passenger traffic.
The locality is home to the Tomingley Gold Operations, an active open-cut and underground mining venture that significantly influences the local economy and employment profile. Amenities in the village are limited, reflecting its small size, though it maintains essential roadside infrastructure for travelers passing through the Newell Highway corridor. Historically, the area was established during the late 19th century following the discovery of gold in the region, which prompted a brief period of prosperity and settlement. Today, Tomingley retains a heritage rooted in its colonial mining history, characterized by remnants of its early industrial past alongside traditional agricultural land use.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 13 | 13 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 7 | 5 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 7 | 4 |
| Criminal intent | 3 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 5 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 2 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 2 |
| Trespass | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 342 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.