Billinudgel crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
48 recorded in this period, compared with 22 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Billinudgel
Billinudgel is a small locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Byron Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2483. Geographically, the area is characterized by a mix of low-lying agricultural plains, remnant subtropical vegetation, and proximity to the Brunswick River. Demographically, Billinudgel is sparsely populated, functioning primarily as a quiet rural and semi-industrial community distinct from the higher-density coastal tourism hubs elsewhere in the Byron local government area.
Local life and amenities in Billinudgel are centered around a small commercial strip that serves the immediate rural community and passing traffic via the old Pacific Highway route. The locality includes a modest selection of local businesses, mechanical services, and the iconic Billinudgel Hotel, which acts as a central social hub for residents. Educational, major retail, and professional services are typically accessed in nearby larger centers such as Mullumbimby, Brunswick Heads, or Byron Bay.
Historically, Billinudgel developed as a traditional timber-getting and agricultural settlement, benefiting from its location near waterways used for transporting goods. The establishment of the railway in the late 19th and early 20th centuries further supported the region's primary industries of dairy farming and banana cultivation. Over time, while the agricultural landscape has evolved, the locality has retained much of its historical rural character and heritage buildings.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from motor vehicle | 10 | 6 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 5 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 4 | 2 |
| Other drug offences | 3 | 0 |
| Other theft | 3 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 4 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 1 |
| Other offences against justice procedures | 2 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of ecstasy | 2 | 0 |
| Trespass | 2 | 1 |
| Arson | 1 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Dealing, trafficking in cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 3 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Offensive conduct | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 261 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.