Tilbuster crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tilbuster
Tilbuster is a rural locality situated in the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales, located approximately 10 kilometers north of the regional city of Armidale. Administered under the Armidale Regional Council and sharing the 2350 postcode, the area is characterized by undulating high-altitude grazing land and granite-strewn landscapes typical of the New England region. Demographically, the population is sparse, consisting primarily of residents engaged in agricultural pursuits, acreage lifestyle living, and those commuting to nearby Armidale for employment and services.
The locality functions as a quiet residential and pastoral enclave, with most essential amenities, educational facilities, and commercial services accessed in the neighboring city of Armidale. Local life is defined by the rural environment, with limited public infrastructure and a focus on private landholdings. Historically, the area was settled during the mid-19th century as part of the early pastoral expansion of the New England district. The locality is named after the historic Tilbuster station, one of the earliest pastoral runs established in the region, which played a foundational role in the local development of the wool and livestock industries that remain central to the area's identity today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 49 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.