Austral Eden crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 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 Austral Eden
Austral Eden is a rural locality in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, situated within the Kempsey Shire local government area under the 2440 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by low-lying, flood-prone alluvial plains associated with the lower reaches of the Macleay River. The local population is small and predominantly dispersed across rural properties and agricultural holdings, reflecting the broader demographic profile of the Macleay Valley's agricultural hinterland.
Due to its rural and residential nature, local life in Austral Eden is quiet and agrarian, centered primarily on livestock grazing, fodder production, and small-scale farming. The locality has minimal commercial amenities, relying instead on nearby urban centers such as Kempsey for retail, healthcare, education, and professional services. Transport connectivity is provided by secondary rural roads linking residents to the Pacific Highway corridor and regional hubs.
European settlement in the broader Kempsey region dates back to the early 19th century, driven by the timber-getting industry and subsequent agricultural expansion along the Macleay River. The heritage of Austral Eden is closely tied to the traditional custodianship of the Dunghutti people, who inhabited the river valleys prior to European colonization, as well as the later development of pastoralism in the district. Cultural heritage considerations in the area frequently involve the preservation of Indigenous archaeological sites and the management of European-era rural infrastructure adapted to the flood-prone landscape.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
| Stock theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 145 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.