Dumaresq Island crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Dumaresq Island
Dumaresq Island is a semi-rural locality situated in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, within the postcode 2430. Bounded largely by the branches of the Manning River near Taree, the island's geography is characterized by low-lying, fertile alluvial plains historically utilized for agriculture, particularly dairy farming and cattle grazing. Due to its floodplain environment, the population is relatively sparse, contributing to a quiet rural-residential demographic profile where residents typically commute to nearby Taree for major employment, retail, and commercial services.
Local life in Dumaresq Island revolves around its peaceful, agrarian setting and proximity to the regional hub of Taree. While the island itself has limited commercial amenities, its residential properties often feature acreage, appealing to those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle close to river environments suitable for boating, fishing, and recreation. Essential services, schools, and healthcare facilities are accessed a short drive away in the surrounding Manning Valley area.
European history in the area dates back to the early 19th century when the Manning River district was opened for colonial settlement and agriculture. The locality is named in honor of the Dumaresq family, prominent early settlers and colonial officials in New South Wales. The island’s heritage is closely tied to the broader agricultural development of the Manning River basin, transitioning from early timber-getting and land grants to established dairy and agricultural production.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 70 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.