Oxley Vale crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
373 recorded in this period, compared with 344 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Oxley Vale
Oxley Vale is a residential suburb located in the Tamworth Regional Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2340 postcode. Situated just north-west of the Tamworth central business district, the locality is characterized by an undulating topography typical of the Peel Valley region. Demographically, Oxley Vale is a diverse, established community that accommodates a mix of families and individuals, reflecting the broader socioeconomic profile of regional Tamworth.
Local life in Oxley Vale is primarily residential, supported by essential community infrastructure including local parks, sporting fields, and neighbourhood convenience stores. Educational and commercial needs are predominantly met by facilities within the surrounding Tamworth urban area, which is easily accessible via local road networks and public transport links. The suburb functions primarily as a dormitory community for the broader regional hub.
The area is historically linked to the pastoral expansion of the New England region, being named in honour of the early explorer John Oxley. Over the latter half of the 20th century, Oxley Vale transitioned from rural land into a planned residential suburb to accommodate Tamworth’s growing population. Its heritage is closely tied to the regional development and urban sprawl of Tamworth during the post-war era.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 58 | 42 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 54 | 52 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 50 | 72 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 32 | 36 |
| Breach bail conditions | 21 | 24 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 19 | 13 |
| Steal from dwelling | 17 | 6 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 15 | 17 |
| Fraud | 15 | 10 |
| Sexual assault | 14 | 6 |
| Other offences | 8 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 8 | 9 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 8 | 2 |
| Criminal intent | 5 | 4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 5 | 10 |
| Other offences against the person | 5 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 5 | 3 |
| Trespass | 5 | 7 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 3,935 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.