Boomerang Beach crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
24 recorded in this period, compared with 36 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Boomerang Beach
Boomerang Beach is a coastal locality situated in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2428 postcode. Located roughly 300 kilometres north of Sydney in the Pacific Palms region, it is defined by its sweeping, crescent-shaped surf beach—from which it derives its name—flanked by headlands and backed by coastal forests and the waters of Wallis Lake nearby. As a predominantly residential and tourist-oriented settlement, the population experiences seasonal fluctuations, swelling during holiday periods with visitors drawn to its natural environment.
Local life and amenities at Boomerang Beach are centered primarily around coastal recreation, including surfing, swimming, and whale watching. The locality functions largely as a relaxed holiday destination rather than a major commercial hub, featuring a small selection of local cafes, convenience stores, and holiday accommodations. More comprehensive retail, educational, and medical services are accessed in nearby larger towns such as Forster-Tuncurry or Taree.
Historically, the area was traditionally inhabited by the Worimi people, who maintained a deep connection to the coastal land and waterways. European settlement in the wider Pacific Palms region initially focused on the timber industry, particularly red cedar logging, before transitioning over time toward dairy farming, commercial fishing, and eventually tourism. In the latter half of the 20th century, Boomerang Beach evolved from an isolated coastal retreat into a popular destination for holiday homes and permanent coastal relocation.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 5 | 8 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 4 | 3 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 6 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 2 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 2 |
| Other offences against the person | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 2 |
| Trespass | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 423 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.