Bunyah crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 10 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bunyah
Bunyah is a rural locality in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, encompassing the postcode 2429. Situated north of Buladelah, the area is characterized by undulating cleared agricultural land, dense native bushland, and forested ridgelines typical of the New South Wales Mid North Coast hinterland. Demographically, Bunyah is sparsely populated, with a community primarily consisting of rural landholders, farmers, and lifestyle property owners.
Local life in Bunyah is centered around primary agricultural pursuits, predominantly beef cattle grazing and small-scale farming. Due to its remote and tranquil setting, the locality has limited commercial amenities and relies on nearby regional service centers such as Krambach, Wingham, and Taree for schooling, healthcare, and retail needs. Community interaction is largely informal, occasionally supported by local rural fire services and community gatherings.
Historically, the Bunyah area was originally traditional land of the Biripi Aboriginal people before European settlement in the 19th century. The district developed primarily through timber getting and agricultural clearing. Bunyah is notably recognized as the birthplace and lifelong spiritual home of renowned Australian poet Les Murray, whose work frequently captured the landscape, social fabric, and distinct character of the local rural community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 2 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 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.