Taylors Arm crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 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 Taylors Arm
Taylors Arm is a rural locality situated in the Nambucca Valley of the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, approximately 20 kilometres inland from the township of Macksville. Characterized by its undulating topography and proximity to the Taylors Arm River, the area is predominantly defined by agricultural land use, including cattle grazing and timber production. The population is sparse, consisting of a close-knit community spread across a landscape defined by subtropical vegetation and riverine floodplains.
Local life in Taylors Arm centers on its rural identity and the social focal point of the "Pub with No Beer," a historic hotel made famous by Slim Dusty’s eponymous country song. Amenities are limited within the locality itself, with residents typically relying on the nearby regional hub of Macksville for primary services, retail, and education. The area is accessed via Taylors Arm Road, which serves as the primary route for both local residents and tourists drawn to the region’s cultural history.
Historically, the development of Taylors Arm was driven by the timber industry and European settlement in the mid-19th century. The region sits on the traditional lands of the Gumbaynggirr people, who have a long-standing historical presence in the Nambucca Valley. In the 20th century, the locality gained national recognition through the popularization of the local hotel’s history, cementing its status as a site of significance within Australian folk music and cultural heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 133 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.