Alcohol restrictions introduced in three regional towns in Western Australia’s far north six weeks ago has seen drop in domestic violence incidents, according to local police figures.

There has been a 42 per cent decrease in the number of alcohol-related offences in Broome, Derby and Fitzroy Crossing since the restrictions were introduced in July.

The ABC reported in May the Kimberley had recorded the highest number of domestic violence offences in the State, with an average of 19 offences a day.

WA Police and Racing and Gaming Minister Paul Papalia said the reduction showed the restrictions were working.

“It’s what we hoped for, that these restrictions, two days a week, no takeaway in Derby and the restricted hours in Broome, coupled with carriage limits and some really excellent policing right across the West Kimberley has resulted in some positive signs,” he told the ABC.

The latest restrictions include changes to purchase limits and trading hours for takeaway stores in Broome and Derby.

Takeaway bottle shops in Derby were also ordered to close on Sundays and Mondays.