Coolatai crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
8 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Coolatai
Coolatai is a small rural locality situated in the New England region of New South Wales, within the Gwydir Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2402. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural lands typical of north-west New South Wales, supporting a sparse population engaged primarily in regional primary production, including dryland farming and livestock grazing.
Local life in Coolatai is centered around a tight-knit rural community, with essential services and broader commercial amenities accessed in nearby larger regional towns such as Warialda and Moree. Infrastructure within the locality is minimal, reflecting its small permanent population and remote setting, though it remains connected via regional road networks.
The history of the area is closely tied to European settlement and pastoral expansion in the 19th century, alongside the traditional custodianship of the local Aboriginal peoples. The locality retains a quiet, historic character typical of northern inland New South Wales, with its heritage preserved largely through local family histories and long-standing rural properties.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences against the person | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Stock theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 99 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.