Thrumster crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
178 recorded in this period, compared with 187 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Thrumster
Thrumster is a developing locality situated in the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council area (postcode 2444) on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales. Geographically, it serves as a transitional zone between the urban expansion of Port Macquarie to the east and the semi-rural hinterland to the west. The area is characterized by low-density residential pockets, light industrial zones, and significant tracts of native bushland. Thrumster attracts a mix of families and professionals drawn to its proximity to regional infrastructure and the coast.
The locality is home to the regional Port Macquarie Airport and has seen growth in retail and commercial services, including the Sovereign Hills development, which incorporates residential housing, local shopping, and educational facilities. The area functions as a logistical and commercial hub, supporting the broader Port Macquarie-Hastings economy. Historically, the region was defined by agricultural and timber industries, though land use has shifted toward master-planned residential estates and transit-oriented development to accommodate the region's population.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 79 | 75 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 14 | 17 |
| Malicious damage to property | 14 | 13 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 13 | 15 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 7 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 7 | 3 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 7 | 9 |
| Other theft | 5 | 2 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 4 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 4 | 5 |
| Sexual assault | 4 | 3 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 5 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 3 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 1 |
| Trespass | 2 | 2 |
| Arson | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 2,382 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.