Rainbow Flat crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
56 recorded in this period, compared with 22 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Rainbow Flat
Rainbow Flat is a rural locality situated in the Mid-Coast Council area of New South Wales, positioned approximately 15 kilometers south of Taree. The landscape is characterized by undulating hills, coastal hinterland forests, and agricultural pastures. Demographic data reflects a sparsely populated residential and farming community, consistent with the wider regional profile of the Manning Valley.
The area is primarily residential and agricultural, with limited commercial amenities, requiring residents to travel to neighboring towns such as Taree or Forster for retail, healthcare, and educational services. Local life is defined by its quiet, semi-rural environment and proximity to the Pacific Highway, which facilitates regional connectivity. Historically, the region was developed around timber harvesting and pastoral expansion during the 19th and early 20th centuries. While few heritage-listed landmarks remain, the area retains its character as a traditional farming settlement that has transitioned into a lifestyle-focused residential locality.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 7 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 7 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 6 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 5 | 3 |
| Breach bail conditions | 4 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 4 | 0 |
| Trespass | 4 | 0 |
| Fraud | 3 | 3 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 0 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 2 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 693 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.