Kundabung crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
50 recorded in this period, compared with 52 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kundabung
Kundabung is a rural locality situated in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, within the Kempsey Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2441. Geographically positioned south of Kempsey and north of Port Macquarie, the area is characterized by a mix of rolling agricultural land, native bushland, and proximity to the Hastings and Macleay river systems. Demographically, it is a small, tight-knit rural community attracting residents seeking a quiet lifestyle, with a population largely comprising families and retirees engaged in local primary industries and trades.
Local life in Kundabung is centered around community-focused amenities, supported by its traditional status as a rural hub. The locality has experienced infrastructure upgrades with the Pacific Highway bypass, which transformed the main thoroughfare into a quieter local village environment while maintaining connectivity to major regional centers like Port Macquarie and Kempsey for higher-order services, education, and employment. Essential local services include community gathering spaces, recreational reserves, and rural fire services that anchor the local population.
Historically, the Kundabung area was originally inhabited by the Birpai Aboriginal people, who maintained a deep connection to the rich coastal and riverine ecosystems. European settlement followed in the 19th century, driven by the timber-getting industry, agriculture, and the establishment of transport links via river and rail. The opening of the North Coast railway line further stimulated development in the early 20th century, leaving behind a heritage footprint tied to early rural expansion and forestry in the region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 6 | 4 |
| Arson | 4 | 2 |
| Other theft | 4 | 3 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 5 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 4 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 3 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 0 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 1 |
| Dealing, trafficking in cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 2 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 616 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.