Gum Flat crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gum Flat
Gum Flat is a rural locality in the New England region of New South Wales, situated within the Inverell Shire local government area and the 2360 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land typical of the Northern Tablelands, supporting a range of primary production activities including mixed farming and livestock grazing. As a sparsely populated rural district, its demographic profile aligns with the broader Inverell region, featuring a small, dispersed community focused predominantly on agriculture.
Local life in Gum Flat is centered around rural enterprise and community-based activities, with residents relying heavily on the nearby regional town of Inverell for commercial, educational, and healthcare services. While the locality itself has limited urban infrastructure or commercial amenities, it is connected by local road networks that facilitate access to Inverell's broader facilities. The surrounding landscape provides a quiet, countryside lifestyle with a strong emphasis on community ties typical of New South Wales rural districts.
Historically, the area was established through the expansion of European settlement in the 19th century, driven by pastoralism, agriculture, and regional mining exploration. The place name reflects the local native flora encountered by early surveyors and settlers. While Gum Flat features few major historic tourist landmarks, its heritage is preserved through the region's long-standing farming families, historic rural properties, and the historical archives maintained within the Inverell Shire.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 209 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.