Cooplacurripa crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
24 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Cooplacurripa
Cooplacurripa is a rural locality situated in the Mid-Coast local government area of New South Wales, within the 2424 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterised by rugged terrain, native forests, and pastoral land, largely defined by the catchments and valleys of the upper Manning River system. Due to its remote and expansive topography, the population is very small and dispersed, primarily consisting of residents engaged in primary production, particularly beef cattle grazing.
Local life in Cooplacurripa is defined by its isolation and rural community focus, with few commercial amenities within the locality itself. Residents generally rely on nearby regional service centres—such as Wingham and Gloucester—for healthcare, education, retail, and social services. The area offers a quiet, outdoor-oriented lifestyle, with local activities centered around agriculture, land management, and recreational pursuits associated with the surrounding natural environment.
The history of Cooplacurripa is deeply rooted in European pastoral settlement and the displacement of the original Biripi and Ngamba traditional custodians. The name itself is derived from an Aboriginal word, believed to mean "cuckoo bird" or a place of many waters. Historically, the locality has been associated with large-scale pastoral leases, most notably the historic Cooplacurripa Station, which has played a significant role in the region's agricultural development for over a century.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 10 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 9 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.