Maryland (Tenterfield) crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Maryland (Tenterfield)
Maryland is a rural locality situated within the Tenterfield Shire local government area in northern New South Wales, holding the postcode 4377. Located immediately adjacent to the Queensland border, the area is characterized by rugged, elevated terrain, native bushland, and extensive agricultural holdings primarily dedicated to livestock grazing. Due to its remote geographical setting and vast land area, the locality supports a very small, dispersed population typical of the Northern Tablelands region.
Local life in Maryland is centered around primary production, with residents relying on nearby regional centers such as Tenterfield and Stanthorpe (Queensland) for commercial services, healthcare, and secondary education. The locality lacks significant urban infrastructure or retail amenities, functioning instead as a quiet agricultural community. Outdoor activities and rural tourism, including bushwalking and appreciating the natural landscapes of the Great Dividing Range, are prominent in the broader district.
The area possesses deep historical ties to early European settlement, pastoral expansion, and the border surveys between New South Wales and Queensland during the 19th century. Historic routes and remnants of early pioneering infrastructure can be found throughout the wider region. As part of Tenterfield Shire, Maryland's heritage is closely linked to the broader pastoral history that shaped the economic development of northern New South Wales.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Robbery with a weapon not a firearm | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from person | 1 | 0 |
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.