Bald Blair crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bald Blair
Bald Blair is a rural locality situated in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Armidale Regional Council local government area (postcode 2365). Geographically characterized by undulating, elevated tableland country suited to grazing, the area experiences a cool temperate climate with cold winters and mild summers. Due to its predominantly rural and agricultural nature, Bald Blair has a very low population density, with residents typically living on large pastoral holdings and farmsteads rather than in a concentrated township.
The local economy and lifestyle are firmly anchored in primary production, primarily extensive livestock grazing, including sheep for wool and cattle. Day-to-day services, secondary schooling, and commercial amenities are accessed from nearby regional centres such as Guyra and Armidale. The locality features local rural road networks connecting agricultural properties to the Gwydir Highway, supporting the transport of regional produce and livestock.
Historically, Bald Blair is best known for the historic Bald Blair property, a pastoral station established in the 19th century that has played a significant role in the local agricultural history of the New England district. The area retains a distinct historical character through its heritage pastoral infrastructure, century-old homesteads, and deep-rooted farming families who have managed the land across generations.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 53 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.