Martindale crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
8 recorded in this period, compared with 11 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Martindale
Martindale is a rural locality situated in the Upper Hunter region of New South Wales, within the Muswellbrook Shire local government area (postcode 2328). Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating pastoral land, fertile floodplains associated with the Hunter River catchment, and surrounding native bushland. Due to its rural nature and expansive landholdings dedicated to agriculture and equine industries, Martindale has a very small population, contributing to the broader demographic profile of the Muswellbrook region.
Local life in Martindale is predominantly agrarian, centered around cattle grazing, horse breeding, and viticulture. The locality is purely residential-rural and agricultural, containing no significant commercial hubs, schools, or major public amenities. Residents rely on nearby service centres such as Denman and Muswellbrook for retail, healthcare, education, and social infrastructure.
European settlement in the Martindale area dates back to the early 19th century, following the exploration and opening of the Hunter Valley for pastoral expansion. The district retains a strong historical connection to early colonial land grants, traditional agriculture, and the broader heritage of the Upper Hunter. Historic homesteads and rural properties reflecting 19th-century pastoral architecture are scattered throughout the wider locality.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 2 |
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 168 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.