Bexhill crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
11 recorded in this period, compared with 10 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bexhill
Bexhill 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 characterised by rolling hills, agricultural land, and a subtropical climate typical of the region. Demographically, Bexhill functions as a quiet residential and farming community, with a relatively small population that maintains close social and economic ties to the nearby regional centre of Lismore.
Local life in Bexhill is centred around rural living, with land use primarily dedicated to horticulture, livestock grazing, and lifestyle properties. Due to its close proximity to Lismore, residents rely on the city for major commercial, educational, and healthcare services. Within the locality itself, community infrastructure is modest, reflecting its status as a small rural settlement.
Historically, the area was developed following European settlement in the 19th century, driven by the timber industry and subsequent agricultural expansion, particularly dairy farming and sugarcane cultivation. While many of the original primary industries have evolved, the landscape retains historical markers of early European settlement alongside the traditional lands of the Bundjalung Nation, whose rich heritage underpins the broader region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 528 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.