The Basin crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About The Basin
The Basin is a rural locality (postcode 2365) situated within the Inverell Shire local government area in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales. Characterized by its undulating topography and agricultural landscape, the area is primarily utilized for grazing and broad-acre farming. As a sparsely populated rural community, it consists of a small number of landholders and farming families living in a tranquil setting.
Local life in The Basin is centered on private rural enterprise, with residents typically traveling to the nearby town of Inverell for essential services, retail, education, and healthcare. The locality lacks large-scale commercial amenities, reflecting its status as a quiet pastoral zone. Historically, the area was settled during the expansion of European agriculture in the 19th century, following the initial colonial exploration of the New England region. Its heritage is defined by early pastoral development and the evolution of the regional wool and beef cattle industries.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 3 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
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.