Upper Allyn crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Upper Allyn
Upper Allyn is a rural locality situated in the foothills of the Barrington Tops in the Dungog Shire of New South Wales, within the 2311 postcode. Geographically, it is defined by the upper reaches of the Allyn River valley, characterized by mountainous terrain, dense eucalypt forests, and agricultural floodplains. As a sparsely populated area, its demographics are primarily focused on primary production, small-scale farming, and eco-tourism. The locality serves as a gateway to the Barrington Tops National Park, contributing to the region's environmental significance as part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area.
Local life in Upper Allyn is centered on outdoor recreation, particularly camping, trout fishing, and bushwalking along the Allyn River. The area maintains a quiet, self-sufficient lifestyle, with most essential services, education, and retail amenities accessed in the neighboring town of Dungog. Historically, the valley was shaped by early European settlement in the 19th century, with the local economy rooted in timber harvesting and dairy farming. The heritage of the area is preserved in the remnants of its pastoral history and the continued stewardship of its natural landscape, which remains central to the identity of the Upper Allyn community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 17 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.