Ashby crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
9 recorded in this period, compared with 9 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Ashby
Ashby is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Clarence Valley Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2463. Geographically, the area is defined by its low-lying, water-rich environment, positioned along the northern banks of the Clarence River. The population is small and predominantly dispersed across rural residential properties and agricultural holdings, reflecting the wider demographic profile of the region's agricultural and riverine settlements.
Local life in Ashby is closely tied to its natural environment, with land use primarily dedicated to agriculture, cattle grazing, and lifestyle properties. Due to its rural and quiet character, the locality relies heavily on nearby service centres—such as Maclean and Yamba—for commercial, educational, and advanced healthcare amenities. Recreational activities in the area typically centre around the Clarence River, supporting local fishing, boating, and eco-tourism.
Historically, the Ashby area was traditionally inhabited by the Bundjalung nation, who maintained a connection to the rich riverine and estuarine resources of the lower Clarence. Following European settlement in the 19th century, the locality developed alongside the broader timber-getting, cane-farming, and maritime transport industries that shaped the Clarence Valley. While many of its early industrial structures have faded, the landscape retains a quiet historical continuity tied to early river navigation and agricultural enterprise.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 1 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 316 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.