Mungindi crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
109 recorded in this period, compared with 159 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mungindi
Mungindi is a border locality situated in northern New South Wales, primarily within the Moree Plains Shire local government area (postcode 2406), with a portion extending across the border into Queensland. Located along the banks of the Barwon River, the township serves as an agricultural hub in the rich black-soil country of the Moree Plains. According to the 2021 Australian census, Mungindi and its surrounding district recorded a population of approximately 600 residents. The regional economy is heavily reliant on dryland and irrigated agriculture, including cotton, cereal crops, and livestock.
The township provides essential services and amenities for the local rural community and travellers, including a central business district with retail stores, a hospital, schools, and sporting facilities. A notable local landmark is the Mungindi Artesian Aquatic Centre, which features naturally heated thermal water from the Great Artesian Basin. The locality is connected to surrounding regions via major transport routes, notably the Carnarvon Highway, and features a unique geographic layout that spans the New South Wales and Queensland border, demarcated by the One Ton Post.
European settlement dates back to the mid-19th century, driven by the expansion of pastoralism along the Barwon and Moonie river systems. The name "Mungindi" is derived from an Aboriginal word, generally believed to mean "waterhole on the river." The town was gazetted in the late 19th century, growing as a strategic crossing point and border checkpoint. Heritage sites in the area reflect its pioneering pastoral history, early river trade, and the development of regional transport infrastructure.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 17 | 7 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 16 | 9 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 13 | 37 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 7 | 11 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 7 | 18 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 6 | 3 |
| Sexual assault | 6 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 4 | 6 |
| Trespass | 4 | 7 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 5 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 17 |
| Fraud | 2 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 5 |
| Other offences | 2 | 6 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 2 | 5 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 487 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.