Purfleet crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
64 recorded in this period, compared with 35 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Purfleet
Purfleet is a locality situated within the Mid-Coast Council area of New South Wales, located approximately five kilometres south of the regional centre of Taree. Positioned along the banks of the Manning River and traversed by the Pacific Highway, the area is characterised by its proximity to coastal hinterland landscapes. Demographically, the locality maintains a significant Aboriginal population, with the Purfleet Aboriginal Community functioning as a distinct and long-standing hub for the local Biripi people.
The locality serves primarily as a residential and community-focused area, featuring amenities such as the Purfleet Land Council offices and community facilities that support the local Indigenous population. While it lacks a large-scale commercial centre, its location near Taree ensures residents have ready access to broader educational, healthcare, and retail services. The area remains closely tied to the regional identity of the Manning Valley, benefiting from the natural riverine environment that defines much of the surrounding landscape.
Historically, Purfleet has served as a permanent settlement area for the Biripi people since the early 20th century, following the establishment of a government-run Aboriginal station in the region. This heritage remains central to the identity of the locality, which has evolved from a mission-era settlement into a self-governing community entity. Today, the area is recognised for its cultural significance and efforts to preserve local Indigenous history within the broader framework of the Mid-Coast region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 17 | 5 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 11 | 7 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 6 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 5 | 4 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 4 | 4 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 4 |
| Assault Police | 2 | 0 |
| Criminal intent | 2 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 1 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 2 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 2 |
| Other offences | 1 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 107 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.