Ulan crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
17 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Ulan
Ulan is a small rural locality situated in the Mid-Western Regional Council area of New South Wales, within the postcode 2850. Geographically, it is located approximately 30 kilometres north-northeast of Mudgee, positioned within a landscape dominated by the Goulburn River catchment and the surrounding rugged, timbered hills. The area is sparsely populated, with demographics largely influenced by the presence of large-scale industrial operations, primarily coal mining, which serves as the economic backbone of the region.
The local lifestyle is characterized by a quiet, semi-remote rural setting, with limited residential amenities compared to larger urban centers like Mudgee. Essential services are centralized in nearby towns, though Ulan features a local primary school and community infrastructure supporting its workforce. Historically, the area was settled for agricultural and pastoral purposes in the 19th century, but it underwent significant transformation in the late 20th century due to the discovery and expansion of substantial coal reserves. Today, the locality retains a blend of its pastoral heritage and its modern identity as a significant hub for the extractive industries within the Hunter and Central West regions.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 3 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 0 |
| Trespass | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of ecstasy | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 81 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.