Calala crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
214 recorded in this period, compared with 241 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Calala
Calala is a residential and semi-rural suburb located in the New England region of New South Wales, situated within the Tamworth Regional Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2340. Positioned immediately southeast of Tamworth's central business district, the locality is bound to the west by the Peel River. Geographically characterised by flat to gently undulating terrain, Calala functions primarily as an extension of the greater Tamworth urban area, supporting a growing population that blends suburban housing developments with larger lifestyle blocks.
Local life in Calala is predominantly residential, supported by a mix of established neighborhoods and newer housing subdivisions. The suburb is serviced by essential community infrastructure, including local convenience stores, childcare facilities, and recreational spaces, while relying on nearby Tamworth for comprehensive commercial, secondary education, and major healthcare services. The proximity to the Peel River provides residents with access to local natural areas, walking tracks, and floodplains that define the immediate regional landscape.
Historically, the area developed in conjunction with the broader pastoral and agricultural expansion of the Tamworth region along the Peel River. Originally inhabited by the Kamilaroi (Gamilaraay) Aboriginal people, the land was progressively settled by Europeans in the 19th century for farming and grazing. Over the latter half of the 20th century and into the 21st century, Calala transitioned from a predominantly rural periphery into a major residential growth corridor to accommodate Tamworth’s expanding population.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 34 | 32 |
| Malicious damage to property | 33 | 33 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 29 | 26 |
| Breach bail conditions | 15 | 15 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 15 | 4 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 14 | 13 |
| Steal from dwelling | 10 | 5 |
| Steal from retail store | 9 | 5 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 8 | 13 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 7 | 16 |
| Trespass | 6 | 5 |
| Sexual assault | 4 | 11 |
| Assault Police | 3 | 0 |
| Other offences | 3 | 3 |
| Other theft | 3 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 21 |
| Fraud | 2 | 11 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 4,577 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.