Tooraweenah crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
13 recorded in this period, compared with 22 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tooraweenah
Tooraweenah is a small rural locality situated in the central west of New South Wales, within the Gilgandra Shire Council area (postcode 2817). Nestled at the base of the Warrumbungle Range, the geography is defined by its proximity to the Warrumbungle National Park, featuring rolling foothills and dramatic volcanic landscapes. The population is small and predominantly composed of residents engaged in agricultural pursuits, including livestock grazing and broadacre cropping, supported by a close-knit community focused on primary production.
Life in Tooraweenah is characterized by a quiet, village-oriented lifestyle, with amenities primarily serving the needs of local farmers and travellers. The locality features basic community infrastructure, including a local primary school, a hotel, and facilities for hosting regional gatherings. Historically, the area served as a service hub and staging point for early settlers and pastoralists moving through the Castlereagh region. The town’s heritage is closely linked to its role as the "Southern Gateway to the Warrumbungles," reflecting its long-standing identity as a transition point between the plains and the rugged mountain ranges.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 253 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.