Windeyer crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
26 recorded in this period, compared with 21 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Windeyer
Windeyer is a rural locality situated within the Mid-Western Regional Council area of New South Wales, approximately 45 kilometres southeast of Mudgee. Nestled in a valley along the Meroo River, the landscape is defined by undulating hills and grazing country characteristic of the Central Tablelands. As a sparsely populated region, Windeyer serves as a quiet residential and agricultural hub, with residents contributing to the broader demographic profile of the Mid-Western region.
The locality functions as a small-scale community centered around the historic Windeyer Hotel, which acts as a primary focal point for local social activity. Amenities remain limited, reflecting the area's remote character, with residents typically traveling to Mudgee or nearby townships for comprehensive services. Historically, Windeyer rose to prominence during the mid-19th century as a gold mining settlement following the discovery of gold in the Meroo Creek and surrounding gullies in 1851. While the intensity of mining has long since subsided, the area retains its heritage through surviving structures and the remnants of its gold-rush era infrastructure.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 9 | 4 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 4 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 2 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 2 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 3 |
| Liquor offences | 1 | 0 |
| Offensive conduct | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 187 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.