Darawank crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
29 recorded in this period, compared with 12 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Darawank
Darawank is a rural locality situated in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2428 postcode. Geographically positioned just south of Forster-Tuncurry, the area is characterised by a mix of low-density residential properties, native bushland, and agricultural acreage, bordered by the lower reaches of the Wang Wauk River and nearby coastal waterways. According to Australian census data, the population is predominantly small, reflecting a quiet, semi-rural community profile consisting largely of families and retirees seeking proximity to the Barrington Coast region.
Local life in Darawank is defined by its peaceful, nature-oriented environment with minimal commercial development. Residents primarily rely on the neighbouring commercial hubs of Forster, Tuncurry, and Nabiac for major retail, secondary education, and advanced healthcare services. The locality's main thoroughfare, The Lakes Way, provides regional connectivity, while local activities are largely centered around outdoor recreation, lifestyle properties, and the surrounding natural assets of the Manning Valley and Wallis Lake catchments.
European settlement in the area dates back to the 19th century, initially driven by the timber-getting industry, agriculture, and river-based transport along the Wang Wauk River. The name "Darawank" is derived from the local Aboriginal language, reflecting the region's deep Indigenous heritage associated with the Biripi people. While few historic commercial structures remain in the locality today, the area retains a quiet rural character shaped by its historical roots in forestry and farming.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 6 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 5 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 4 | 0 |
| Other offences | 3 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 2 |
| Arson | 1 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 451 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.