Wombat crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
16 recorded in this period, compared with 16 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wombat
Wombat is a small rural locality situated in the Hilltops Council region of New South Wales, approximately 12 kilometres north of Young. Positioned within the South West Slopes region, it serves as a quiet agricultural hub characterized by undulating pastoral landscapes and orchards. As a sparsely populated community, Wombat’s demographics are primarily centered on agricultural production, including stone fruit cultivation, livestock grazing, and cereal cropping.
The village maintains a modest range of amenities, serving as a focal point for the surrounding farming district. Its social infrastructure includes a historic hotel, local community halls, and small-scale businesses that support the regional horticultural industry. Life in Wombat is defined by its rural character and proximity to the larger service center of Young, which provides essential educational and commercial facilities for local residents.
Historically, the area was settled during the mid-19th century as the agricultural potential of the region became apparent. The village grew in significance following the expansion of the railway, which once facilitated the transport of local produce to larger markets. Today, Wombat retains several heritage structures that reflect its colonial origins, and the community remains linked to its long-standing identity as a productive part of the state’s agricultural heartland.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 4 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 1 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 2 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 280 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.