Acacia Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Acacia Creek
Acacia Creek is a rural locality in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, administered by the Tenterfield Shire Council within the 2476 postcode district. Geographically, the area is characterised by rugged terrain, native bushland, and agricultural acreage situated near the Queensland border, within the traditional lands of the Bundjalung nation. Due to its remote and mountainous setting, the population is very small and primarily dispersed across rural properties and farming holdings.
Local life in Acacia Creek is centered on primary production, predominantly beef cattle grazing and small-scale agriculture. The locality operates largely self-sufficiently regarding daily services, relying on nearby regional centers such as Woodenbong and Tenterfield for higher-order amenities, education, and healthcare. Community infrastructure is minimal, reflecting the area's sparse population density and rural isolation.
European settlement in the area dates back to the mid-19th century, driven by the expansion of pastoralism, timber harvesting, and the exploitation of local natural resources. The name of the locality references the abundance of native acacia species found throughout the surrounding forests. While few historical commercial structures remain standing, the cultural landscape retains traces of early pioneering industries, logging routes, and the traditional custodial history of the region's Indigenous inhabitants.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 30 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.