Strathcedar crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Strathcedar
Strathcedar is a rural locality situated within the Mid-Coast Council local government area in New South Wales, carrying the postcode 2429. Geographically, it is positioned in the hinterland of the Mid North Coast region, characterized by undulating terrain, agricultural pastureland, and remnants of native eucalypt forest. The population is sparse, typical of the region’s pastoral districts, with residents primarily engaged in land management and primary industries.
The locality is defined by its quiet, agrarian character, with minimal public infrastructure or commercial amenities. Residents typically rely on larger service hubs, such as Wingham or Taree, for schooling, retail, and healthcare services. Strathcedar’s historical development is rooted in the early 19th and 20th-century expansion of agriculture in the Manning Valley, where the land was cleared for timber harvesting and subsequently converted to cattle grazing and dairy farming. While few large-scale heritage sites remain, the area reflects the broader history of European settlement and land clearing that shaped the interior of the Mid North Coast.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 88 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.