East Tamworth crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
405 recorded in this period, compared with 404 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About East Tamworth
East Tamworth is an inner-city suburb of Tamworth in the New England region of New South Wales, located within the Tamworth Regional Council local government area and the 2340 postcode. Situated immediately east of the Tamworth central business district, the locality is largely bounded by the Peel River to the south and rises into the elevated terrain of the East Tamworth hills. Demographically, the suburb reflects the broader regional hub characteristics of Tamworth, accommodating a mix of long-term residents, families, and professionals attracted to its proximity to the city centre.
The suburb functions primarily as a residential area complemented by local services, parks, and educational facilities. Its elevated sections offer panoramic views of the city and the Peel River valley. East Tamworth is well-connected to the Tamworth CBD's commercial, retail, and dining precincts via several major thoroughfares, providing residents with immediate access to regional health services, civic amenities, and transport infrastructure, including the nearby Tamworth railway station.
East Tamworth holds significant historical importance as one of the earliest settled parts of the Tamworth region, which developed following European exploration of the Peel River in the 1830s. The locality features a rich architectural heritage, boasting numerous well-preserved Victorian and Federation-era homes, historic churches, and mature streetscapes that reflect the area's nineteenth-century prosperity and expansion as a pastoral and agricultural hub.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 47 | 35 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 42 | 39 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 40 | 36 |
| Malicious damage to property | 34 | 47 |
| Breach bail conditions | 28 | 15 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 26 | 20 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 21 | 14 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 20 | 17 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 15 | 33 |
| Trespass | 14 | 13 |
| Fraud | 13 | 19 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 12 | 19 |
| Steal from dwelling | 12 | 18 |
| Other theft | 11 | 6 |
| Sexual assault | 10 | 10 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 8 | 5 |
| Other offences | 7 | 7 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 7 | 8 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,417 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.