Langley Vale crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 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 Langley Vale
Langley Vale is a rural locality situated in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2426 postcode region. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating bushland, agricultural land, and native forest typical of the Mid North Coast hinterland. Due to its rural nature, the population is very small and primarily dispersed across acreage and farming properties, contributing to a quiet, low-density demographic profile.
Local life in Langley Vale is centered around rural primary production, acreage living, and self-sufficiency, with residents relying on nearby regional service centers for major commercial, educational, and health amenities. The locality lacks a distinct commercial hub, instead functioning as an agrarian and residential community integrated with the surrounding natural environment. Outdoor activities, local bushwalking, and agricultural pursuits are central to the lifestyle of the area.
Historically, the land encompassing Langley Vale was originally occupied by the Biripi and Worimi Aboriginal peoples, who managed the country for millennia before European settlement. Following European colonization of the Manning River district in the 19th century, the area was gradually taken up for timber harvesting, land clearing, and pastoral activities. The locality retains a quiet historical continuity tied to the broader pioneering development of the Mid-Coast region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 82 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.