Drake Village crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
13 recorded in this period, compared with 20 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Drake Village
Drake Village is a small rural locality situated in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Tenterfield Shire local government area, carrying the postcode 2469. Geographically, the area is characterised by rugged, mountainous terrain and native bushland typical of the Great Dividing Range hinterland along the Bruxner Highway. Due to its remote setting, the population is small and dispersed, primarily consisting of residents engaged in rural pursuits, trades, or lifestyle properties, with demographic characteristics reflecting a tight-knit, aging regional community.
Local life and amenities in Drake are modest, centred around the historic Drake Village community. Infrastructure within the locality is limited, relying heavily on nearby regional centres such as Tenterfield and Casino for extensive commercial, educational, and medical services. The village itself functions as a quiet residential and stopping point along the highway, benefiting from a peaceful natural environment surrounded by state forests and national parks, which attract occasional visitors interested in bushwalking and nature.
The locality holds a rich history rooted in the Australian gold rush era of the late 19th century. Originally known as Drake, the settlement grew rapidly following the discovery of gold, copper, and silver in the surrounding hills, transforming from a tent camp into a thriving mining township with multiple hotels and businesses. Today, tangible reminders of this heritage remain visible in the surrounding landscape through abandoned mine shafts and historic structures, cementing Drake's status as a notable historical pocket of the New England region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 3 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Offensive conduct | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 1 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 95 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.