Gloucester crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
161 recorded in this period, compared with 145 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gloucester
Gloucester is a rural town and locality situated in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, carrying the postcode 2422. Geographically positioned at the foothills of the Great Dividing Range, the area is defined by its picturesque valley setting along the Gloucester River and is bounded by prominent natural landmarks, including the World Heritage-listed Barrington Tops National Park. According to the 2021 census, the population of the wider locality is approximately 3,000 residents, maintaining a traditional rural demographic profile centered on primary production and regional services.
The local economy and lifestyle are closely tied to beef cattle farming, timber, and increasingly, nature-based tourism due to the proximity of the Barrington Tops. The town center serves as a commercial and social hub for the surrounding district, providing essential amenities such as schools, healthcare services, retail outlets, and sporting facilities. Community life is characterized by agricultural shows, markets, and outdoor recreation, supported by sealed road connectivity via the Thunderbolts Way.
European settlement in the Gloucester district dates back to the 1820s, initially established as a pastoral enterprise by the Australian Agricultural Company. The town experienced significant development following the discovery of gold in the late 19th century and the subsequent arrival of the railway in the early 20th century, which facilitated timber and dairy transport. Today, Gloucester retains numerous historic buildings from the Victorian and Federation eras, reflecting its origins as a colonial pastoral and mining frontier.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 26 | 16 |
| Fraud | 20 | 18 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 20 | 14 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 15 | 14 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 15 | 17 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 10 | 5 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 7 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 6 | 12 |
| Trespass | 6 | 6 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 5 | 5 |
| Other offences | 5 | 4 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 4 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 4 | 2 |
| Steal from retail store | 4 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 2 | 3 |
| Assault Police | 1 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,133 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.