Kentucky South crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 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 Kentucky South
Kentucky South is a rural locality situated in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Uralla Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2354. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating tableland country featuring a cool temperate climate, typical of the broader New England region. Due to its rural nature, the population is very small and dispersed, primarily consisting of residents engaged in agricultural enterprises.
The local economy and lifestyle are predominantly centered around primary production, with livestock grazing (such as sheep and cattle) and broader agricultural pursuits forming the backbone of the community. Essential commercial, educational, and civic services are accessed nearby in larger regional hubs like Uralla and Armidale. The locality is connected by regional road networks that facilitate transport and agricultural logistics across the Northern Tablelands.
European settlement in the Kentucky and Kentucky South area dates back to the 19th century, following the expansion of pastoralism into the New England district. The area shares a historical connection with the development of the regional rail network and the local orcharding and agricultural industries that historically shaped the wider Uralla Shire. Historic homesteads and rural cultural landscapes remain reflective of the region's early pastoral origins.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Stock theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 121 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.