Little Plain crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
8 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 Little Plain
Little Plain is a rural locality situated in the New England and North West region of New South Wales, within the Inverell Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2360. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating agricultural lands and basaltic soils typical of the Northern Tablelands periphery. Due to its rural nature, Little Plain has a small, dispersed population primarily engaged in primary production, particularly broadacre cropping and livestock grazing.
Local life in Little Plain revolves around its agricultural roots, with residents relying on nearby regional hubs such as Inverell for comprehensive commercial services, healthcare, and secondary education. Community activity in the broader district historically centers on local agricultural associations, rural fire services, and community halls that serve as gathering points for residents. The locality experiences a temperate climate with warm summers and cold winters, common to the Tablelands region.
The history of Little Plain is closely tied to European settlement and pastoral expansion in the 19th century, as squatters and selectors moved into the Inverell district to establish sheep and cattle runs. The area's development reflects the broader historical patterns of New South Wales' rural interior, transitioning from early pastoral leases to established farming holdings. While few formal heritage structures remain prominently listed within the locality itself, the surrounding region retains a rich agricultural heritage linked to Indigenous custodianship and subsequent European pioneering history.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 159 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.