Bowman Farm crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bowman Farm
Bowman Farm is a rural locality situated in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2422 postcode region. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, pastoral valleys, and remnant native bushland typical of the NSW Mid North Coast hinterland. Due to its rural nature, Bowman Farm supports a very small population, with residents predominantly dispersed across large farming properties and acreage holdings rather than concentrated in an urban center.
Local life in Bowman Farm is centered around primary agricultural pursuits, particularly beef cattle grazing and lifestyle farming. The locality operates largely self-reliantly, with residents depending on nearby larger towns such as Gloucester or Wingham for commercial services, healthcare, schooling, and retail amenities. Community interaction and services are integrated into the broader Mid-Coast regional framework.
Historically, the area was developed following European settlement in the 19th century, which saw the traditional lands of the Biripi people transformed into pastoral leases and agricultural estates. The locality takes its descriptive name from early farming operations in the district. While it contains few commercial structures or public infrastructure today, Bowman Farm retains a quiet rural character reflective of the region's pioneering agricultural history.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 41 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.