Taree South crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
30 recorded in this period, compared with 26 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Taree South
Taree South is a locality situated within the Mid-Coast Council local government area in New South Wales, positioned immediately south of the Taree central business district. Geographically, it occupies a transitional zone between the urban density of Taree and the surrounding rural landscape, bordered to the east by the Manning River. The area is characterized by a mix of residential properties, light industrial zones, and highway-frontage businesses, reflecting its role as a key transit and service corridor along the Pacific Highway.
The locality functions primarily as a service hub for the broader Manning Valley, featuring automotive dealerships, retail outlets, and logistical facilities that support the regional economy. Residents have direct access to the amenities of Taree, including educational, medical, and recreational services located just minutes away. Historically, the development of Taree South has been intrinsically linked to the expansion of regional transport infrastructure and the agricultural prosperity of the Manning River valley. While it maintains a distinct identity as an industrial and service-oriented precinct, it remains deeply integrated into the cultural and historical framework of the wider Taree township.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 4 | 3 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 4 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 6 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Criminal intent | 2 | 0 |
| Trespass | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Fraud | 1 | 6 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 2 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of ecstasy | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 1 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from retail store | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 326 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.