Bom Bom crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bom Bom
Bom Bom is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Clarence Valley Council local government area and the 2460 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by low-lying native bushland, state forests, and rural residential properties. Demographically, Bom Bom is sparsely populated, reflecting a quiet country lifestyle with a small, dispersed community closely tied to nearby regional service hubs such as Grafton.
Local life in Bom Bom is defined by its natural surroundings and tranquil rural environment, with residents relying primarily on neighboring towns for commercial, educational, and medical amenities. The surrounding state forest areas and local roadways offer opportunities for passive recreation, nature observation, and rural living. Infrastructure within the locality itself is minimal, maintaining its distinctively undeveloped and secluded character.
Historically, the lands surrounding Bom Bom are part of the traditional country of the Bundjalung and Gumbaynggirr Aboriginal nations, who managed the region's ecosystems for millennia. European settlement in the wider Clarence Valley during the 19th century initially focused on timber getting, agriculture, and pastoral leases. Over time, parts of the landscape were designated as state forest reserves, shaping the modern, conservation-oriented and rural identity of the locality today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
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.