Somerton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
28 recorded in this period, compared with 17 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Somerton
Somerton is a small rural locality situated in the Tamworth Regional Council area of New South Wales, approximately 30 kilometres west of the city of Tamworth. Located within the Peel River valley, the landscape is predominantly defined by agricultural plains and gently undulating hills, supporting a modest population engaged largely in farming and livestock production. As part of the 2340 postcode, the area maintains a dispersed settlement pattern, reflecting the region's broader reliance on the economic and service infrastructure of the Tamworth hub.
Local life in Somerton is centered on traditional community-focused amenities, including a primary school and a local recreation reserve. The community is served by transport links that connect residents to the wider New England region, facilitating access to secondary schooling, healthcare, and retail services in Tamworth. Historically, the locality developed as an agricultural service point during the 19th century, following the expansion of pastoral settlement in the Peel River district. Today, it remains a quiet rural outpost, retaining its historic character through its local landmarks and enduring ties to the region’s primary production heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 3 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 1 |
| Fraud | 2 | 3 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 2 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Stock theft | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 272 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.