Kundibakh crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
9 recorded in this period, compared with 5 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kundibakh
Kundibakh is a rural locality situated in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2429 postcode. Geographically characterized by undulating terrain, native bushland, and cleared agricultural acreage, the area forms part of the hinterland region north of Taree. Due to its rural nature, Kundibakh has a very low population density, with residents primarily residing on acreage properties and working in localized farming, forestry, or in nearby regional service centers.
Local life in Kundibakh is centered around a quiet, rural lifestyle with minimal commercial development. The locality relies on neighboring towns such as Wingham and Taree for essential services, including secondary education, major healthcare, retail, and professional services. Transport connectivity is provided by a network of rural roads linking the community to the wider Mid-Coast region, and the area lacks major public transit infrastructure, making private vehicle ownership essential for residents.
Historically, the region developed following European settlement in the 19th century, driven by the timber-getting industry, dairy farming, and agriculture. The landscape retains elements of this pioneering heritage through historic pastoral holdings and the broader cultural landscape of the Manning River catchment. While few structured heritage sites remain formally listed within Kundibakh itself, the locality reflects the traditional land use patterns typical of the NSW Mid-North Coast hinterland.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 5 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences against the person | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 89 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.