Tottenham crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
26 recorded in this period, compared with 24 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tottenham
Tottenham is a rural locality situated in the Central West region of New South Wales, falling within the Lachlan Shire Council local government area. Positioned approximately 500 kilometres northwest of Sydney, it serves as a service centre for the surrounding agricultural district, which is primarily dedicated to broadacre cropping and sheep grazing. As a small inland community, it maintains a low population density consistent with the remote pastoral landscape of the region.
The township provides essential services to support its residents and the agricultural sector, including a local primary school, a hotel, and basic retail amenities. Known as the "Aeroplane Capital of the Bush," the town is famous for its historical association with early aviation and its community-maintained airfield. Life in Tottenham is defined by its strong rural identity, with local facilities facilitating community gatherings and supporting the needs of the agricultural workforce.
The area was historically developed to support the expansion of pastoral settlement in the late 19th century. The arrival of the railway line in the early 20th century spurred further growth, establishing Tottenham as a vital transit point for wool and grain production. While the railway service has since ceased operations, the locality retains its heritage through preserved civic structures and a local museum that documents the history of regional farming practices and the town’s enduring aviation legacy.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 6 | 1 |
| Trespass | 4 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 2 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 3 |
| Other drug offences | 2 | 3 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 3 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 451 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.