Bowman crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
0 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bowman
Bowman is a rural locality in the Mid-Coast Council region of New South Wales, encompassing the postcode 2422. Situated within the traditional lands of the Biripi and Worimi peoples, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, forested terrain, and proximity to the natural catchments of the region's river systems. Due to its rural nature, the population is small and dispersed, primarily engaged in primary industries such as beef cattle grazing and agriculture.
Local life in Bowman is defined by a quiet, community-oriented rural lifestyle. Amenities within the immediate locality are minimal, with residents relying on nearby towns such as Gloucester for commercial services, secondary education, health care, and social infrastructure. The surrounding environment supports outdoor activities, including bushwalking, fishing, and exploring the scenic vistas of the Mid-Coast hinterland.
European settlement in the Bowman area dates back to the 19th century, driven by the expansion of pastoralism, timber-getting, and gold mining in the wider Gloucester district. The locality retains historical traces of its early pioneer industries, reflected in its rural landscape and regional heritage. While historic homesteads and remnants of early infrastructure are scattered throughout the broader valley, Bowman remains a primarily agricultural community with a quiet historical footprint.
Recorded offence categories
No offences are recorded in this period, so there is no leading category.
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 139 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.