Warrumbungle crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Warrumbungle
Warrumbungle is a locality in the Orana region of New South Wales, situated within the Coonamble Shire local government area with the postcode 2828. Its geography is defined by the surrounding flat pastoral plains of the Central West, characterized by agricultural land use and sparsely populated rural landscapes. The area maintains a small, dispersed population typical of the region's agricultural belt, with residents primarily engaged in livestock grazing and broadacre cropping.
Local life in Warrumbungle is centered on primary production, with basic services and community infrastructure accessed through neighboring service towns within the Coonamble and Warrumbungle Shires. While the locality shares its name with the nearby Warrumbungle National Park—noted for its volcanic peaks and recognition as a Dark Sky Park—the locality itself is distinct from the protected wilderness area. Historical development in the region is rooted in the expansion of pastoralism during the 19th century, with the area’s heritage reflected in long-standing land titles and traditional farming practices that have shaped the rural character of the district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
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.