Bendolba crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bendolba
Bendolba is a rural locality situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, within the Dungog Shire local government area and carrying the postcode 2420. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating agricultural land, pastoral valleys, and proximity to local river systems that flow toward the Williams River catchment. Demographically, Bendolba is a sparsely populated community, with residents primarily engaged in agriculture, livestock grazing, and related rural industries.
Local life in Bendolba is defined by its quiet, community-oriented rural atmosphere. Amenities within the locality itself are minimal, with residents relying on the nearby town of Dungog for essential services, retail shopping, education, and healthcare. The area's natural surroundings support outdoor activities, and community engagement often centers around regional events and local agricultural pursuits typical of the Dungog Shire.
European history in the Bendolba area dates back to the 19th century, following early colonial exploration and the subsequent establishment of land grants for timber getting and farming. The locality retains a quiet historical character, reflected in its heritage of historic homesteads, rural infrastructure, and family farms that have operated across generations. Place names and remnants of early settlement continue to mark the area's development from a frontier outpost into a stable agricultural community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 253 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.