Glencoe crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
8 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 Glencoe
Glencoe is a rural locality situated in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Glen Innes Severn local government area and bearing the postcode 2365. The geography is characterized by an elevated tablelands landscape, contributing to a cool temperate climate with cold, frost-prone winters and mild summers. Spanning a predominantly agricultural area, the population is small and largely dispersed across farming properties, reflecting the traditional rural demographics of the New England region.
Local life in Glencoe is centered around agriculture—primarily livestock grazing, wool production, and fodder crops—supported by the nearby regional center of Glen Innes. Essential community infrastructure is modest, typically comprising local public schooling options, rural fire services, and community halls that facilitate regional gatherings. For higher-order retail, health, and professional services, residents rely on Glen Innes or larger regional hubs.
European settlement in the area dates back to the mid-19th century, driven by the expansion of pastoralism along the New England stock routes. The locality preserves elements of this colonial history through historic homesteads, early transport routes, and regional heritage markers. The surrounding landscape retains strong ties to its Indigenous history and early European pastoral origins, forming part of the historical development trail of the Northern Tablelands.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 166 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.