Bellangry crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
10 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bellangry
Bellangry is a rural locality situated in the Port Macquarie-Hastings local government area of New South Wales, within the 2446 postcode. Geographically characterised by rugged terrain, dense native forests, and proximity to the Hastings River catchment, the area features significant natural landscapes, including the Bellangry State Forest. Due to its remote and heavily forested nature, the population is very sparse, consisting primarily of rural landowners and forestry workers.
Local life in Bellangry is centered around primary industries, particularly timber production, forestry management, and small-scale agriculture. The locality has minimal commercial amenities, relying instead on nearby regional service hubs such as Wauchope and Port Macquarie for major retail, healthcare, and educational services. Recreational activities in the area are largely nature-based, drawing visitors and locals for bushwalking, 4WD touring, and exploring the surrounding state forests.
Historically, the region's development was closely tied to the timber industry, which drew settlers to the remote hinterland of the Mid North Coast during the 19th and 20th centuries. The establishment of state forests helped shape the land-use patterns that persist today. The area retains a quiet, historical character reflective of early Australian resource extraction and rural settlement.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Sexual assault | 2 | 1 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 3 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 114 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.