Yarragal 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 Yarragal
Yarragal is a rural locality situated within the Dubbo Regional Council area of New South Wales, carrying the postcode 2820. Geographically, it is characterized by undulating agricultural terrain and pastoral landscapes typical of the Central West region. As a sparsely populated area, Yarragal does not maintain a distinct urban center; demographics are largely defined by a small community of residents engaged in primary production, including broadacre cropping and livestock grazing.
The locality functions primarily as a farming district, with local life centered on the management of private rural holdings rather than commercial or retail infrastructure. Amenities are limited, with residents relying on the nearby regional city of Dubbo—the primary hub for the LGA—for essential services, education, and healthcare. Historically, Yarragal has been shaped by the development of the inland agricultural sector, following the expansion of European settlement in the 19th century. Its heritage is rooted in early colonial land grants and the historical transition of the region from pastoral runs to mixed farming enterprises.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 14 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.