Pipeclay crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Pipeclay
Pipeclay is a rural locality situated within the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council area on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales. It is characterized by undulating terrain and bushland typical of the hinterland region west of the coastal strip. As a sparsely populated area, Pipeclay maintains a low population density, with its demographic profile reflecting a traditional rural community primarily engaged in land management and agricultural pursuits.
The area functions as a quiet residential and rural-industrial zone with limited local amenities, relying on nearby larger centres such as Wauchope or Port Macquarie for essential services, retail, and education. Historically, the locality derived its name from the geological deposits of pipeclay found in the region, which were historically significant for early settlers and brickmaking activities. Today, Pipeclay remains a peripheral locality shaped by its proximity to the Hastings River catchment and its integration into the broader regional character of the New South Wales North Coast.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 102 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.