Wimbledon 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 Wimbledon
Wimbledon is a small rural locality situated within the Bathurst Regional Council area of New South Wales, holding the postcode 2795. Geographically, it is located in the Central Tablelands region, characterized by rolling agricultural landscapes and a climate typical of the inland plateau. Due to its status as a sparsely populated rural area, Wimbledon does not maintain a large permanent urban population, with residents primarily engaged in primary industries such as livestock grazing and broadacre farming.
The locality functions as a quiet residential and agricultural community, with services and essential amenities accessed in the nearby regional hub of Bathurst. Public infrastructure is minimal, reflecting the area's rural character, though it benefits from the transport connectivity provided by the surrounding regional road network. Historically, Wimbledon developed in line with the expansion of European settlement in the Bathurst region during the 19th century, serving as part of the agricultural hinterland that supported the early growth of the colony. The area retains a heritage defined by its historical land grants and long-standing pastoral associations.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 88 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.