Booral crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
11 recorded in this period, compared with 21 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Booral
Booral is a rural locality situated in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, within the postcode 2425. Geographically positioned north of the greater Newcastle region and inland from the coastal hubs of Port Stephens and Hawks Nest, the area is characterized by rolling hills, agricultural farmlands, and proximity to the Karuah River catchment. Demographically, Booral supports a small, dispersed population typical of rural New South Wales, with residents primarily engaged in local agriculture, livestock grazing, and commuting to nearby regional service centers.
Local life in Booral is centered around community-focused rural living, with amenities reflecting its small population base. While commercial services are limited within the locality itself, residents access retail, education, and healthcare facilities in nearby larger towns such as Stroud and Bulahdelah, or major regional hubs like Taree and Raymond Terrace. The area’s natural landscape provides opportunities for outdoor pursuits, and community activities frequently revolve around local halls and regional agricultural events.
Historically, Booral was one of the early inland settlements established during the colonial expansion of the Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) in the 19th century. The locality retains a distinct historical character, underscored by surviving nineteenth-century structures and agrarian heritage that mark its origins as a pastoral and administrative outpost for the AACo's operations in the Port Stephens estate.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 5 | 3 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 457 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.