Bulahdelah crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
183 recorded in this period, compared with 154 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bulahdelah
Bulahdelah is a town located in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, within the postcode 2423. Situated approximately 280 kilometres north of Sydney, the locality is defined geographically by the banks of the Myall River and is framed by prominent natural landmarks, most notably the towering monolith of Alum Mountain. According to the 2021 Australian census, Bulahdelah and its surrounding district support a small, stable population, traditionally engaged in regional industries such as agriculture, forestry, and, increasingly, tourism and retail services catering to travelers.
The town serves as a local service hub, providing essential amenities including a central business district with retail shops, a district hospital, a central public school, and sporting facilities. Historically a bypass bottleneck on the Pacific Highway, the completion of the Bulahdelah bypass in 2013 transformed local life by diverting heavy through-traffic, enhancing the town's quiet, village atmosphere. Residents and visitors utilize the surrounding waterways and national parks for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and bushwalking.
Originally inhabited by the Worimi people, European settlement in the area began in the 19th century, driven heavily by the timber industry and the extraction of alunite from Alum Mountain. The mountain holds significant historical importance as the site of Australia's first alum mine, which operated from the late 19th century into the 20th century. Today, the town preserves its heritage through several historic buildings, bridges, and local community archives that reflect its origins as a pioneering river port and industrial settlement.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 20 | 18 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 18 | 18 |
| Malicious damage to property | 18 | 10 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 15 | 4 |
| Fraud | 14 | 9 |
| Breach bail conditions | 13 | 16 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 11 | 7 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 9 | 10 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 8 | 7 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 6 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 6 | 4 |
| Trespass | 5 | 1 |
| Other offences | 4 | 7 |
| Steal from dwelling | 4 | 0 |
| Arson | 3 | 3 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 3 |
| Other drug offences | 3 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,538 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.