Texas crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 5 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Texas
Texas is a small rural township situated in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, positioned on the banks of the Dumaresq River near the Queensland border. Located within the Inverell Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 4385, the locality serves as a service centre for the surrounding agricultural district. The population is characterized by a low-density rural demographic, with the local economy traditionally anchored by primary industries, including cattle grazing, cereal cropping, and tobacco farming, the latter of which historically played a significant role in the region's development.
The town provides essential community services, including primary education, local health facilities, and recreational spaces centered around the river environment. Life in Texas is defined by its proximity to the Dumaresq River, which facilitates irrigation for local agriculture and offers opportunities for fishing and water-based recreation. The settlement maintains a quiet, regional atmosphere, with its infrastructure supporting the needs of a scattered farming population and passing tourism traffic exploring the inland border regions.
Settled in the mid-19th century, the locality was officially named "Texas" in the 1870s, reportedly deriving its name from the Texas Station, a large pastoral run established in the region around 1841. The area’s heritage is rooted in early colonial pastoral expansion and the subsequent influx of tobacco farmers during the early 20th century, which significantly influenced the demographic composition of the town. Today, the local history is preserved through historical markers and the continued use of heritage-listed architecture, reflecting the area’s transition from a remote frontier outpost to an established agricultural community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 23 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.