Cobark crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 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 Cobark
Cobark is a rural locality situated in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2422 postcode district. Geographically, the area is characterised by rugged terrain, native bushland, and pastoral properties situated near the upper reaches of the Barrington River catchment. Due to its remote and mountainous setting, the population is very small, consisting primarily of rural landholders and agricultural workers engaged in beef cattle farming and local land management.
Due to its isolation, Cobark has very few commercial amenities, relying on nearby townships such as Gloucester for retail, healthcare, and educational services. Local life is centered around primary agricultural production, conservation, and outdoor recreation, with the surrounding natural environment offering opportunities for bushwalking, 4WD touring, and river activities. Access to the locality is provided by rural roads that connect into the wider Barrington Tops region.
European history in the Cobark area dates back to the 19th century, associated with early pastoral expansion, timber-getting, and exploration along the eastern slopes of the Great Dividing Range. The locality takes its name from the historical Cobark Station, a significant early pastoral lease in the district. While the area contains few built heritage listings, the cultural landscape reflects generations of European farming heritage alongside the traditional custodianship of the local Indigenous peoples.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 47 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.