Falconer crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 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 Falconer
Falconer is a rural locality situated in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Armidale Regional Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2365. Geographically, the area is characterized by an elevated, undulating tablelands landscape typical of the region, featuring a cool temperate climate and a predominantly agricultural setting dedicated to livestock grazing and broadacre farming. Due to its rural nature, Falconer has a sparse population, contributing to the broader demographic profile of the wider Armidale hinterland.
Local life in Falconer is centered around primary agricultural pursuits, with the community relying heavily on nearby regional centers—most notably the city of Armidale—for comprehensive commercial services, secondary and tertiary education, healthcare, and professional amenities. The locality contains limited commercial infrastructure of its own, functioning primarily as a quiet residential and farming district. Road transport provides the main connection to surrounding service hubs via regional road networks.
The history of Falconer is intertwined with European settlement and pastoral expansion across the Northern Tablelands during the 19th century. Originally traditional lands of indigenous Australian peoples, the area was progressively developed for sheep and cattle grazing following European exploration. Its naming reflects the historical nomenclature applied to early land grants and pastoral runs in New England, preserving a quiet rural heritage reflective of the broader agricultural development of northern New South Wales.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 52 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.