West Tamworth crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1,861 recorded in this period, compared with 1,790 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About West Tamworth
West Tamworth is a significant suburban locality situated on the western bank of the Peel River in the Tamworth Regional Council area of New South Wales. Serving as a primary residential and commercial hub, it is home to a diverse population and functions as a key component of the greater Tamworth urban area. The suburb is characterized by its relatively flat topography near the river flats, transitioning into more elevated residential terrain, and it benefits from the broader regional climate, which features hot summers and cool winters.
The suburb offers a range of local amenities, including educational institutions, community parks, and essential retail services that support its residents. It serves as an important gateway to the city center and remains well-connected via major arterial roads. Historically, the area developed in tandem with the expansion of the New England railway line and the regional agricultural industry. Today, West Tamworth retains a mix of mid-20th-century residential architecture and modern developments, reflecting its ongoing evolution as a focal point for housing and industry within the 2340 postcode region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 223 | 242 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 190 | 199 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 177 | 199 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 153 | 169 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 118 | 100 |
| Breach bail conditions | 113 | 149 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 96 | 120 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 82 | 47 |
| Trespass | 64 | 41 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 62 | 30 |
| Steal from dwelling | 58 | 53 |
| Steal from retail store | 54 | 40 |
| Arson | 51 | 20 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 48 | 33 |
| Fraud | 43 | 44 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 34 | 32 |
| Sexual assault | 31 | 21 |
| Other theft | 29 | 25 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5,471 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.