Cullendore crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 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 Cullendore
Cullendore is a rural locality situated in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Tenterfield Shire local government area (postcode 2372). Geographically, the area is defined by a rugged landscape of undulating grazing land and remnant native bushland, sitting along the state border with Queensland. Due to its remote and expansive terrain, the population is very small and primarily dispersed across large pastoral holdings, contributing to a quiet, rural demographic profile focused heavily on primary industries.
Local life and amenities in Cullendore are minimal, reflecting its isolated setting. There are no major commercial centres, retail hubs, or public services located directly within the locality; instead, residents rely on nearby rural townships such as Tenterfield, or cross the border into south-east Queensland, for day-to-day shopping, healthcare, education, and community services. Land use is predominantly agricultural, with beef cattle grazing and sheep farming forming the economic foundation of the area.
Historically, the Cullendore district developed as part of the broader pastoral expansion of the New England and Darling Downs regions in the 19th century. The area takes its historical significance from early European settlement, stock routes, and cross-border trade between New South Wales and Queensland. Few heritage-listed structures remain publicly prominent, but the landscape retains its historical character as a rugged borderland associated with early pastoralism and transport routes.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 10 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.