Wellingrove crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
6 recorded in this period, compared with 5 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wellingrove
Wellingrove is a rural locality situated in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, falling within the Glen Innes Severn Council local government area. Characterised by undulating grazing land and open pastoral country, the area is defined by its agricultural focus, primarily involving cattle and sheep production. Reflecting its remote rural status, the population is sparse, with residents living on dispersed properties and farm holdings throughout the region.
The locality functions as a quiet residential and agricultural zone, with limited local amenities; residents typically rely on the nearby regional hub of Glen Innes for essential services, retail, education, and healthcare. Historically, Wellingrove was a more prominent settlement during the mid-19th century, serving as an early administrative centre for the surrounding district. It features heritage markers from its colonial past, including the site of the former Wellingrove Church and remnants of early European settlement efforts in the New England district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Trespass | 3 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 95 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.