Byabarra crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
9 recorded in this period, compared with 13 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Byabarra
Byabarra is a rural locality situated in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, within the Port Macquarie-Hastings local government area (postcode 2446). Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating terrain, forested foothills, and agricultural lands, largely defined by its proximity to the Hastings River catchment. Demographically, Byabarra is a sparsely populated community, with the majority of its residents engaged in primary production, local trades, or retirement, reflecting the broader demographic profile of the region's rural hinterland.
Local life in Byabarra is centered around community-focused agricultural and residential living, with residents primarily relying on nearby service hubs such as Wauchope and Port Macquarie for major retail, educational, and healthcare amenities. The locality includes a local public hall that serves as a venue for community gatherings and events. Economic activity in the area is predominantly small-scale agriculture, including beef cattle grazing and horticulture, taking advantage of the region's temperate climate and fertile soils.
European settlement in the Byabarra area dates back to the 19th century, driven by the expansion of the timber industry and subsequent agricultural clearing along the Hastings River valley. The locality's heritage is closely tied to the early pioneering days of the Hastings hinterland, featuring historical rural properties and remnants of early forestry tracks. While few commercial heritage structures remain preserved as formal tourist sites, the cultural landscape retains strong ties to its pastoral and timber-getting origins.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 3 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 329 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.