The Gulf crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
0 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About The Gulf
The Gulf is a rural locality situated within the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, falling under the jurisdiction of the Armidale Regional Council and carrying the postcode 2365. The landscape is characterized by undulating grazing country and rugged terrain typical of the New England plateau. Demographically, the area is sparsely populated, consisting primarily of agricultural holdings and low-density residential properties. Due to its isolated position, the local population is integrated into the broader regional economy centered on the city of Armidale.
Life in The Gulf is defined by its agricultural focus, with primary land use dedicated to livestock grazing and timber production. The locality lacks dedicated commercial amenities, with residents relying on nearby townships for essential services, education, and healthcare. Historically, the region was shaped by 19th-century European settlement, which sought to exploit the area's pastoral potential. While little remains of significant formal infrastructure from the colonial era, the locality maintains a traditional rural character rooted in the developmental history of the New England pastoral industry.
Recorded offence categories
No offences are recorded in this period, so there is no leading category.
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.