Killawarra crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
6 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Killawarra
Killawarra is a rural locality situated in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2429 postcode district. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating countryside, native bushland, and agricultural acreage typical of the NSW Mid North Coast hinterland. Due to its rural nature, Killawarra has a very low population density, with most residents living on large rural properties or working in primary production industries such as agriculture and livestock grazing.
Local life in Killawarra is quiet and self-contained, relying heavily on neighboring townships for primary commercial, educational, and medical services. Residents typically travel to nearby larger centers, such as Wingham or Taree, for secondary schooling, shopping, and professional services. The community is largely defined by its natural environment, offering a peaceful rural lifestyle with limited local commercial amenities within the immediate bounds of the locality itself.
European settlement in the area dates back to the 19th century, driven by the expansion of timber-getting, agriculture, and dairy farming throughout the Manning River valley region. The locality retains a quiet historical character, evidenced by remnants of early rural infrastructure and historic land grants. While few prominent heritage-listed structures remain publicly recognized within Killawarra, the broader region preserves a rich history tied to early Australian pastoral and forestry development.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 1 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 178 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.