Barrington crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 14 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Barrington
Barrington is a rural locality situated in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2422 postcode. Geographically, it is positioned near the foothills of the Great Dividing Range, defined by the Barrington River and surrounding undulating pastoral land. Due to its rural nature, the population is relatively small and dispersed, primarily residing on acreage and agricultural properties.
Local life in Barrington is centered around primary agriculture, grazing, and nature-based tourism, serving as a gateway to the southern reaches of the World Heritage-listed Barrington Tops National Park. Amenities within the immediate locality are modest, typically consisting of a local public school, a community hall, and essential services, with residents relying on the nearby town of Gloucester for broader commercial, retail, and medical infrastructure.
The area holds significant historical and heritage value, originally inhabited by the Biripi and Worimi Aboriginal peoples before European settlement in the 19th century. The locality's development was closely tied to the timber industry, gold mining in the wider region, and agricultural expansion. Several historic homesteads and rural structures remain, reflecting the area's pastoral heritage and its long-standing connection to the Manning River catchment.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 1 |
| Assault Police | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 394 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.