Gundy crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gundy
Gundy is a rural locality situated in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, within the Upper Hunter Shire local government area, bearing the postcode 2337. Located approximately 20 kilometres east of Scone, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, pastoral holdings, and proximity to the foothills of the Liverpool Range. While specific, up-to-date demographic figures for Gundy are limited due to its small population size, the community is primarily rural, consisting of residents engaged in local primary industries such as beef cattle breeding, sheep farming, and equine enterprises typical of the broader Hunter Valley.
The locality functions as a tight-knit rural community anchored by a small commercial and social hub. Local amenities in Gundy include the historic Commercial Hotel, a local public school, and community spaces that host regional events. The surrounding natural landscape, including the nearby Pages River, supports outdoor recreation such as fishing and camping. Residents generally rely on the nearby service centre of Scone for comprehensive retail, healthcare, secondary education, and professional services.
European settlement in the Gundy area dates back to the early 19th century when pastoralists moved into the Upper Hunter valley following the explorations of Allan Cunningham. Originally known as Pages River, the locality developed as a service and residential settlement supporting the surrounding large pastoral estates. Several historic buildings, including nineteenth-century homesteads and the local hotel, remain intact, reflecting the architectural and social heritage of early European expansion in inland New South Wales.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 165 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.