Boorolong crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 5 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Boorolong
Boorolong is a rural locality situated in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Armidale Regional Council local government area and the 2350 postcode. The landscape is characterized by undulating tableland country featuring a mix of cleared agricultural land and remnant native vegetation, experiencing a cool temperate climate typical of the region. The population is very small and predominantly dispersed across rural properties and pastoral holdings.
Local life in Boorolong is centered primarily around primary production, with livestock grazing (principally sheep and cattle) forming the backbone of the local economy. Due to its rural isolation, the locality has minimal commercial amenities, relying instead on nearby Armidale for major retail, health, educational, and professional services. Transport links consist of local rural roads connecting residents to the regional highway network.
European settlement in the area dates back to the 19th century, following the expansion of pastoralism into the New England district. The locality takes its name from the historic Boorolong pastoral run. Cultural heritage in the area is largely defined by its early European farming history, pastoral homesteads, and the traditional custodianship of the Anaiwan people, who inhabited the broader region prior to European colonization.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 71 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.