Bullawa Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
6 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 Bullawa Creek
Bullawa Creek is a rural locality situated in north-western New South Wales, within the Narrabri Shire local government area and the 2390 postcode district. Geographically, the area is defined by its rural landscape, agricultural land use, and its proximity to the Nandewar Range and the prominent Mount Kaputar National Park. Demographically, the population is very small and dispersed, typical of agricultural communities in the region, with residents primarily engaged in primary production and land management.
Local life in Bullawa Creek is centered around agriculture, predominantly broadacre cropping and livestock grazing. Due to its sparse population, the locality lacks commercial amenities, relying instead on the nearby regional hub of Narrabri for retail, healthcare, education, and professional services. The natural environment provides local recreational opportunities, particularly bushwalking, birdwatching, and nature exploration near the foothills of the Nandewar Range.
The history of the area is closely tied to the traditional custodianship of the Gamilaraay (Kamilaroi) Aboriginal people, who inhabited the region prior to European settlement. Following European arrival in the 19th century, the land along Bullawa Creek was progressively taken up for pastoral leases and agricultural development. The locality takes its name from the watercourse of the same name, which flows through the area, shaping its early settlement patterns and continuing to support local farming operations.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 130 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.