Bootawa crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bootawa
Bootawa is a rural locality situated in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2430 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterised by rolling hills, agricultural land, and proximity to the region's prominent waterways, contributing to a tranquil and picturesque natural setting. Demographically, Bootawa shares the characteristics of the wider Mid-Coast region, supporting a small, dispersed population primarily engaged in rural residential living, farming, and land management.
Due to its rural nature, Bootawa has limited local commercial amenities, relying instead on nearby urban centres such as Taree for comprehensive retail, healthcare, education, and professional services. Local life in the locality revolves around agricultural pursuits, community-focused rural living, and outdoor recreation. The area is accessed via local rural road networks that connect residents to the Pacific Highway and major regional transport routes.
Historically, the Bootawa area was traditionally inhabited by the Biripi Aboriginal people, who maintained a deep connection to the land and waterways of the Manning River valley. Following European settlement in the 19th century, the locality developed primarily around agriculture, timber-getting, and dairy farming, which established the rural settlement pattern that persists today. While few large-scale historical structures remain, the landscape retains a strong heritage connection to the region’s early pioneering and agricultural industries.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 2 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 174 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.