Upper Myall crime statistics

About Upper Myall

Upper Myall is a rural locality situated within the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, carrying the postcode 2423. Located in the hinterland of the Great Lakes region, the landscape is defined by undulating topography, dense eucalypt forests, and agricultural pastures. The population remains sparse and primarily dispersed across small-scale farming properties and acreage, reflecting the broader demographic trends of the region’s pastoral interior.

The locality functions as a quiet residential and agricultural district, lacking centralized commercial infrastructure. Residents typically rely on neighboring townships such as Bulahdelah for essential services, retail facilities, and educational amenities. Life in Upper Myall is characterized by its rural privacy and connection to the natural environment, with land use focused largely on grazing and small-scale primary production.

Historically, the area was settled during the 19th century as part of the broader expansion into the Myall River catchment, which supported early timber harvesting and dairy farming operations. The region’s heritage is tied to the development of the timber industry and the establishment of transport routes linking the coast to the inland tablelands. While little built heritage remains in the form of landmarks, the locality retains its historical identity through its continued association with traditional agricultural land management practices.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · SAL 14057
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections