Nabiac crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
164 recorded in this period, compared with 94 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Nabiac
Nabiac is a rural township situated in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales (postcode 2312). Located on the banks of the Wallamba River, the locality lies near the Pacific Highway, approximately 20 kilometres southwest of Forster-Tuncurry. According to the 2021 Census, the population of Nabiac and its surrounding rural catchment is relatively modest, characterised by a community of families, retirees, and individuals working in agriculture, local trades, and tourism.
The township serves as a local commercial and social hub for the surrounding agricultural district, featuring a selection of specialty shops, cafes, a primary school, a local hotel, and the historic Nabiac Showground, which hosts community events and agricultural shows. Recreational pursuits in the area are influenced by the Wallamba River, which supports boating, fishing, and kayaking. Nabiac is also known regionally as an antique and collectables destination, attracting visitors travelling along the Mid North Coast.
European settlement in the Nabiac area dates back to the mid-19th century, driven initially by the timber industry. The town's name is believed to be derived from an Aboriginal word, potentially associated with the native wild plum or local wildlife. Historically, the Wallamba River was vital for transporting red cedar and other timber by steamship. Today, several historic buildings remain within the locality, reflecting its origins as a 19th-century river port.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 24 | 5 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 17 | 6 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 13 | 5 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 10 | 1 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 10 | 12 |
| Breach bail conditions | 8 | 4 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 8 | 6 |
| Malicious damage to property | 7 | 7 |
| Other drug offences | 7 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 6 | 2 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 5 | 1 |
| Trespass | 5 | 0 |
| Fraud | 4 | 9 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 3 | 1 |
| Dealing, trafficking in cocaine | 3 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 7 |
| Other offences | 3 | 2 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,294 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.