Woodenbong crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
22 recorded in this period, compared with 40 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Woodenbong
Woodenbong is a rural locality situated in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Tenterfield Shire Local Government Area (postcode 2476). Nestled near the Queensland border, the area is defined by its scenic hinterland setting and proximity to the Richmond Range. As a small, sparsely populated community, it serves primarily as a service centre for the surrounding agricultural district, which is characterized by beef cattle grazing and timber production.
The village offers essential local amenities, including a primary school, a community hall, and basic retail services that support its residents and visitors. The locality is a gateway to the nearby Tooloom National Park, which is part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, drawing tourists interested in bushwalking and birdwatching. Historically, the area was significant for its timber industry, which drove early European settlement and development in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, Woodenbong maintains a quiet, agrarian character while preserving its heritage through local community associations and historical markers.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 4 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 5 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 2 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 1 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 2 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 7 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 3 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 390 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.