Bentley crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
8 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 Bentley
Bentley is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Lismore City Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2480. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, rolling hills, and fertile valleys typical of the Richmond River catchment. Demographically, Bentley is sparsely populated, reflecting a traditional rural community profile where residents are primarily engaged in primary industries, agriculture, and related regional employment.
Local life in Bentley is centered around quiet country living, with land use dominated by beef cattle grazing, dairy farming, and macadamia orchards. The locality lacks a major commercial hub, relying instead on nearby regional centers such as Lismore and Casino for comprehensive retail, healthcare, educational, and professional services. Community interaction in the area is largely facilitated by rural infrastructure, local sporting associations, and regional agricultural networks.
Historically, the Bentley area was originally inhabited by the Bundjalung nation, who maintained a deep connection to the land and its resources. Following European settlement in the 19th century, the locality developed as a timber-getting and agricultural frontier. The area is notable in modern history for the 2014 Bentley Blockade, a significant and successful community-led environmental campaign against coal seam gas exploration, which drew state and national attention to the region's land management and conservation values.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 225 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.