Wollun crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 recorded in this period, compared with 6 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Wollun
Wollun is a rural locality situated in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, falling within the Uralla Shire local government area and the 2354 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating pastoral landscapes and high-altitude terrain typical of the New England tablelands. It is a sparsely populated region, with the local economy primarily driven by broadacre agriculture, specifically wool production and cattle grazing. Due to its isolated nature, the population remains low, consisting largely of families managing private rural holdings.
The locality lacks significant urban amenities, with residents relying on the nearby town of Uralla or the regional hub of Armidale for services, commerce, and education. Local life is defined by the rhythms of agricultural production and a strong sense of community connectivity typical of remote farming districts. Historically, the area developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as part of the broader settlement and subdivision of pastoral leases in the New England region. While few formal landmarks remain, the area retains its heritage through long-standing family landholdings and its enduring role in the regional agricultural economy.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 3 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 44 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.