Bendemeer crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
24 recorded in this period, compared with 22 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bendemeer
Bendemeer is a rural locality situated on the New England Highway in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Tamworth Regional Council local government area and postcode 2355. Straddling the MacDonald River, the surrounding geography is characterized by undulating tableland country utilized primarily for agricultural production, including livestock grazing and wool growing. The population is small, reflecting a dispersed rural demographic typical of the region's historical pastoral settlements.
Local life in Bendemeer is centered around a tight-knit rural community, supported by essential amenities including a local hotel, a primary school, and community recreational spaces. The village acts as a quiet stopover for travelers along the New England Highway between Tamworth and Armidale. The surrounding natural environment offers opportunities for fishing, camping, and outdoor recreation along the riverbanks.
The locality has a rich history tied to European settlement in the 19th century, serving as an important coaching stop on the northern route. A prominent historical feature of the area is the heritage-listed Bendemeer Bridge, a wrought-iron lattice truss bridge built over the MacDonald River in 1874. Several other historic buildings and remnants from the colonial era remain, reflecting the settlement's origins as a pastoral and transport hub.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 5 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 3 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 1 |
| Liquor offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 1 |
| Stock theft | 1 | 2 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 486 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.