Wiarborough crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wiarborough
Wiarborough is a sparsely populated rural locality situated within the Upper Lachlan Shire of New South Wales, sharing the 2580 postcode with the regional hub of Goulburn. Geographically, the area is defined by the undulating tablelands of the Southern Tablelands, characterized by a mix of native grasslands and cleared agricultural terrain. As a non-urban locality, its demographic profile is primarily comprised of families and individuals engaged in broadacre farming, livestock grazing, and associated primary industries, contributing to the region's low population density.
Local life in Wiarborough is defined by its strong connection to the agricultural cycle and a reliance on nearby service centres for amenities. Residents access essential services, including secondary education, healthcare, and retail, in Goulburn or smaller surrounding townships. The area is typical of the Upper Lachlan region, characterized by quiet, community-focused rural living with limited infrastructure beyond private holdings and connecting rural roads.
The heritage of Wiarborough is deeply rooted in the 19th-century expansion of European settlement across the Southern Tablelands, driven by the wool industry and pastoral development. Like many localities in the district, its historical significance lies in its role in the early development of colonial agriculture, with much of the land’s heritage reflected in original farmsteads and the long-standing land-use patterns that persist today. While it lacks a centralized historic village precinct, the locality remains an integral part of the pastoral landscape that historically shaped the Upper Lachlan Shire.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 18 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.