Bundabah crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
8 recorded in this period, compared with 9 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bundabah
Bundabah is a small coastal locality in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, encompassing the postcode 2324. Situated on the western shores of Port Stephens, the area is characterized by its distinct peninsula geography, surrounded by the waters of the port and Myall Lakes National Park to the north. Due to its secluded, bushland-dominant setting, Bundabah has a very small permanent population and functions primarily as a quiet residential and holiday-home community rather than a commercial hub.
Local life in Bundabah is defined by its natural environment, offering residents and visitors a peaceful, semi-rural lifestyle with a strong emphasis on outdoor recreation. The locality is a popular destination for fishing, boating, kayaking, and bushwalking, taking advantage of its pristine waterways and surrounding nature reserves. Because of its remote character, Bundabah has limited local commercial amenities; residents typically travel to nearby larger towns such as Tea Gardens or Hawks Nest for schooling, major retail shopping, and professional services.
Prior to European settlement, the area was part of the traditional lands of the Worimi people, who utilized the rich marine and terrestrial resources of the Port Stephens estuary. European history in the broader Port Stephens region began in the early 19th century, initially driven by timber-getting, agriculture, and fishing. Over subsequent generations, Bundabah evolved slowly, retaining much of its natural bushland canopy while transitioning into a low-density residential and holiday settlement within the modern Mid-Coast local government area.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 140 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.