Forbes Council

Forbes, NSW 2871

Suburb
8,131 residents
884.433 km2

Overview

Diversity

7 / 10
0510

Overall Safety

3 / 10
0510

Population

Estimate
Forecast
95% Confidence Interval

Key Statistics

Based on ABS Estimate Resident Population

Forbes
Population8,131
Growth Rate 1yr-0.28%
Average 5yr Growth-0.73%
Forecast Average 5yr Growth-0.74%

Forbes currently has a population of 8,131. The 1 year growth rate is at -0.28%, while its Annual 5 Average Years Growth Rate is at -0.73%. By 2028, the population is forecasted to be at 7,835, with average 5yr of -0.74%.

Disclaimer. The forecasted values are based on current assumptions, trends, and available data at the time of publication. These forecast are subject to change and may not accurately reflect future growth and population. Users should not realy solely on these forecasts for decision making purposes.

Crime & Safety

Violent Crime

Crime

Calculated per 100,000 residents

Latest Rate

State

NSW

Antisocial Behaviour
1,045.4602.4
Disorderly Conduct
504.2230.2
Assault
1,279.1873
Sexual Assault
442.7219
Robbery
73.823.1
Homicide
12.31.3
Total3,357.51,949

Forbes is ranked 1042 / 1220 in State NSW in terms of people safety. It has significantly higher people crime rate compare to State NSW. From 2023 to 2024, people crime has decreased by 16.26%.


Property Crime

Crime

Calculated per 100,000 residents

Latest Rate

State

NSW

Theft
3,763.42,205.7
Property Damage
1,229.9577.7
Arson
61.550.8
Total5,054.82,834.2

Forbes is ranked 1069 / 1224 in State NSW in terms of property safety. It has significantly higher property crime rate compare to State NSW. From 2023 to 2024, property crime has decreased by 31.16%.


Nearby Schools

Schools Catchment Zone within Suburb

Schools Nearby


Disclaimer. Always check directly with the school to vertify local catchment and intake area.

Diversity

Amenities

Hospitals

  • Forbes District Hospital

Climate

Average Monthly Temperatures