"There's actually been a decrease in residential snake sightings this year in comparison to last year. I've had about 10 calls this year," Mr Thomson said.

"Because of the drought last year residential snake sightings were worse, however, given the amount of growth around rural areas at the moment snakes aren't seeing the need to come into town."

Concerns had been raised regarding snakes following the influx of mice in the Dubbo CBD, but according to Mr Thomson, the mice haven't attracted snakes into town as they are just as prominent in rural areas.

"I did want to say, however, that it is a good idea for rural property owners to have a snake bite kit on hand," he said.

Mr Thomson is also encouraging those exploring rural areas not to approach or hurt snakes.

"Snakes don't like humans, they're inclined to want to hide from us, so if you come across a snake while out in the bush and it's not posing as a threat, leave it," he said.

Mr Thomson said those who are worried about snakes coming into their properties during the summertime should ensure their lawns are maintained and kept tidy.

"Snakes look for places to hide, so I recommend keeping your gardens and lawns well kept and refrain from leaving things outside which snakes can crawl into such as shoes," he said.