Comboyne crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
25 recorded in this period, compared with 11 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Comboyne
Comboyne is a rural locality situated on the Comboyne Plateau in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, within the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council local government area (postcode 2429). Located approximately 40 kilometres inland from Port Macquarie, the area is characterised by elevated, undulating volcanic terrain that receives high annual rainfall, supporting a lush, green landscape. The population is predominantly small and dispersed, typical of rural agricultural communities in the region.
Local life in Comboyne is centered around agriculture, particularly dairy farming, beef cattle, and increasingly, horticulture such as avocado and berry production. The small community hub features essential local amenities including a general store, a local public school, and community gathering spaces that host local events. The plateau's scenic vistas, waterfalls, and proximity to nature reserves also attract tourism and day-visitors from the broader region.
European settlement of the Comboyne Plateau began in the late 19th century, driven by the timber industry and subsequent land clearing for agriculture once the rich volcanic soils were recognized. Historically, the area was heavily forested with subtropical rainforest and cedar trees, which were logged extensively before the establishment of dairy farms. Several heritage-listed sites and remnants of the early pioneering era remain, reflecting the locality's agricultural and forestry origins.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Liquor offences | 1 | 0 |
| Offensive conduct | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 416 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.