South Tamworth crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2,093 recorded in this period, compared with 1,689 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About South Tamworth
South Tamworth is a prominent residential suburb situated immediately south of the Tamworth central business district in New South Wales. Geographically, it occupies the low-lying land along the Peel River, bounded to the west by the New England Highway. As part of the Tamworth Regional Council local government area, the suburb is home to a diverse population, characterized by a mix of long-term residents and families attracted by its proximity to the city centre. It serves as a key transit point for the region, reflecting the broader socio-economic trends of the Tamworth urban area.
The suburb offers a comprehensive range of amenities, including several primary schools, local neighbourhood shopping centres, and recreational spaces. It is well-regarded for its accessibility to major health services, notably the Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital located in the vicinity. The local landscape is predominantly residential, supported by various community facilities, sports clubs, and small-scale commercial enterprises along the main transport corridors.
Historically, South Tamworth developed in tandem with the expansion of the city of Tamworth, which was first settled by Europeans in the early 19th century as part of the Australian Agricultural Company’s land holdings. The area’s growth was historically bolstered by the arrival of the Great Northern Railway in the late 1800s, which solidified the region as a primary agricultural and transport hub. Today, while the suburb functions primarily as a residential zone, it retains remnants of its mid-20th-century development, contributing to the broader architectural and social heritage of the New England region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 198 | 181 |
| Steal from retail store | 197 | 44 |
| Malicious damage to property | 187 | 187 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 175 | 177 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 157 | 134 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 140 | 132 |
| Breach bail conditions | 131 | 110 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 105 | 96 |
| Steal from dwelling | 94 | 53 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 91 | 60 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 78 | 73 |
| Trespass | 72 | 69 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 53 | 30 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 52 | 38 |
| Fraud | 45 | 42 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 39 | 25 |
| Other theft | 35 | 29 |
| Criminal intent | 28 | 23 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 6,621 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.