Tyndale crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
24 recorded in this period, compared with 24 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tyndale
Tyndale is a rural locality situated in the Clarence Valley region of northern New South Wales, positioned between the regional centers of Grafton and Maclean. It lies along the Pacific Highway, serving primarily as a transition zone between the fertile floodplains of the Clarence River and the surrounding hinterland. The area is characterized by low-lying agricultural land, with a small, dispersed population primarily engaged in farming and primary industry. As part of the Clarence Valley Council area, Tyndale shares in the broader demographic trends of the region, which is marked by a modest population density and a landscape dominated by grazing and cropping.
The locality functions as a quiet residential and agricultural hub rather than a commercial center. Local life is defined by its proximity to the Clarence River, which offers opportunities for fishing and water-based recreation, while the nearby townships of Ulmarra and Maclean provide essential amenities, schooling, and retail services. Historically, Tyndale developed alongside the expansion of river-based transport and early European settlement patterns in the 19th century. Its heritage is tied to the colonial development of the Clarence River valley, with the region retaining a traditional rural character reflective of the early agricultural expansion that defined the district’s foundational economy.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 12 | 7 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 2 |
| Coercive Control | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 2 |
| Stock theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 190 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.