Reddestone crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Reddestone
Reddestone is a rural locality situated in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, falling within the Glen Innes Severn Council area and the 2370 postcode. Geographically, the landscape is characterized by undulating high-country terrain typical of the New England region, primarily utilized for agricultural purposes, including livestock grazing and broad-acre farming. As a sparsely populated area, Reddestone does not maintain a concentrated residential center, and its demographic profile is integrated into the broader regional statistics of the Glen Innes district.
The area is primarily defined by its pastoral heritage, with local life centered around private landholdings and community-focused agricultural activities. Amenities are limited within the locality itself, with residents typically traveling to the nearby town of Glen Innes for essential services, education, and retail. Historical interest in the region is tied to early European settlement and the development of the pastoral industry in the mid-19th century. Remnants of this era remain visible in the historical farm structures and traditional land-use patterns that continue to define the identity of the Reddestone landscape today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 59 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.