Upper Horton crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
12 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 Upper Horton
Upper Horton is a small rural locality situated in the Gwydir Shire of northern New South Wales, falling within the 2347 postcode. Geographically, it is located in a pastoral valley setting defined by the Horton River, characterized by undulating terrain and agricultural land. The area maintains a low population density typical of the New England region, with the local economy rooted primarily in broad-acre farming, particularly cattle grazing and cropping.
The locality functions as a quiet residential and agricultural hub with limited permanent infrastructure, relying on nearby larger regional centers for major services and commerce. Community life is centered on local gatherings, with the historic Upper Horton Sportsground serving as a focal point for regional events and social activity. The area’s heritage is linked to early European pastoral expansion in the 19th century, with the landscape containing various sites of historical significance related to early settler life and the development of the Horton Valley’s agricultural footprint.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 1 |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Liquor offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 138 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.