Telegraph Point crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
40 recorded in this period, compared with 68 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Telegraph Point
Telegraph Point is a semi-rural locality situated within the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council area in New South Wales (postcode 2441). Geographically, it lies along the Wilson River, positioned approximately 20 kilometres northwest of Port Macquarie. The area is defined by its mix of agricultural land, riverine landscapes, and residential pockets. Demographic data indicates a community largely comprised of families and retirees who gravitate toward the region’s scenic, low-density environment and proximity to major regional coastal hubs.
The locality functions primarily as a quiet residential and agricultural satellite. Local amenities are modest, consisting of essential services including a primary school, a community hall, and a local general store. Transportation is facilitated by the Pacific Highway, which provides residents with direct access to the wider Mid North Coast region. While the area lacks intensive commercial development, its lifestyle appeal is anchored in its river access and proximity to the natural landscape of the Hastings Valley.
Historically, the area served as a vital transit point during the early European settlement of the North Coast. Its name reflects its historical function as a strategic location for telegraphic communication lines traversing the region in the 19th century. Over time, the economy transitioned from early timber-getting and agricultural pursuits to its current status as a commuter-focused residential locality, while still retaining vestiges of its pastoral heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 7 | 7 |
| Liquor offences | 7 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 7 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 13 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 7 |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Fraud | 2 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 3 |
| Other theft | 2 | 2 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 1 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 5 |
| Other offences | 1 | 4 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 1 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 604 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.