Sandy Hill crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 15 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Sandy Hill
Sandy Hill is a rural locality situated within the Tenterfield Shire of New South Wales, sharing the postcode 2372 with the surrounding Northern Tablelands region. The area is defined by a rugged, undulating landscape characterized by agricultural land use, primarily focused on livestock grazing and broad-acre farming. Given its low population density and remote location, the locality maintains a quiet, agrarian demographic consistent with the broader New England region, with residents largely reliant on the nearby town of Tenterfield for primary services and infrastructure.
The history of Sandy Hill is deeply rooted in the nineteenth-century colonial expansion of the Tenterfield district, which developed as an important hub for the wool and mining industries. While specific local heritage markers remain sparse, the region retains remnants of early European settlement through its original homesteads and remnants of pastoral history. Today, local life is centered on private landholding and community-led agricultural activities, with the area serving as a backdrop to the natural beauty of the Great Dividing Range and surrounding national parklands.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 3 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 44 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.