Dungowan crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
12 recorded in this period, compared with 9 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Dungowan
Dungowan is a rural locality situated in the New England region of New South Wales, within the Tamworth Regional Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2340. Located southeast of Tamworth, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land and river flats associated with the Dungowan Creek, a tributary of the Peel River. Geographically and economically tied to the broader Tamworth hub, Dungowan has a small resident population primarily engaged in agriculture, livestock grazing, and related rural industries.
The locality functions as a tight-knit rural community supported by a modest selection of local amenities. It is well-known for the historic Dungowan Pub, a traditional rural hotel that serves as a central gathering place for residents and visitors. Educational and higher-order commercial services are accessed in nearby Tamworth. The surrounding landscape supports a quiet country lifestyle with a strong emphasis on primary production.
European settlement in the area dates back to the mid-19th century, driven by the expansion of pastoralism in the Peel River land district. The locality shares its name with the nearby Dungowan Dam, a significant regional water storage infrastructure project constructed on Dungowan Creek in the 20th century to secure Tamworth’s water supply. Several historical homesteads and rural properties in the district reflect the area's long-standing agricultural heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 366 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.