Falbrook crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
13 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Falbrook
Falbrook is a rural locality situated in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, within the Singleton Council local government area and the 2330 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, pastoral properties, and proximity to the Hunter River system. Due to its small geographic footprint and population, demographic data for Falbrook is largely subsumed within the broader Singleton region, reflecting a tight-knit rural community primarily engaged in agriculture and related industries.
Local life in Falbrook is defined by a quiet, country lifestyle with residents relying heavily on nearby Singleton for major commercial, educational, and healthcare amenities. The local economy and daily routines are closely tied to traditional rural land uses, including livestock grazing and crop production. Infrastructure within the locality is minimal, consisting primarily of rural residential properties, local access roads, and farmsteads.
Historically, the area was traditionally inhabited by the Wonnarua people before European settlement in the early 19th century. The region developed alongside the broader Hunter Valley pastoral boom, with early land grants establishing farming and agricultural enterprises that continue to shape the landscape today. While Falbrook contains few commercial or civic historic sites, it shares the rich European exploration and agricultural heritage characteristic of the Upper Hunter.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other theft | 5 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from person | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 29 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.