Weemelah crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 15 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Weemelah
Weemelah is a rural locality situated in the Moree Plains Shire of northern New South Wales, positioned near the border with Queensland. Characterized by expansive, flat agricultural plains, the region is primarily dedicated to large-scale grain production and dryland farming. Due to its remote location and low population density, the area is sparsely populated, with most residents living on working farms and station properties scattered throughout the surrounding district.
The locality functions as a quiet pastoral community with limited local amenities, relying on nearby larger service centers like Moree for primary infrastructure, commerce, and education. Historically, the area developed in the early 20th century following the expansion of the regional rail network, which facilitated the transport of agricultural produce to coastal markets. Today, the local landscape retains a traditional rural character, defined by its grain silos and agricultural infrastructure, reflecting the enduring economic importance of the wheat and cereal cropping industry to the Northern Tablelands and North West Slopes region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Trespass | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 86 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.