Bora Ridge crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bora Ridge
Bora Ridge is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Richmond Valley Council local government area and the 2471 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating terrain, native bushland, and cleared agricultural properties typical of the region's hinterland. Due to its expansive rural setting, Bora Ridge has a very low population density, with residents predominantly living on large rural landholdings and acreage properties.
Local life in Bora Ridge is centered around quiet rural living, primary production, and agriculture, including cattle grazing and forestry. The locality has minimal commercial amenities, relying instead on nearby regional centers such as Casino and Coraki for retail, professional services, secondary education, and healthcare. Road transport infrastructure primarily consists of rural local roads connecting residents to the wider Richmond Valley transport network.
The history of Bora Ridge is closely tied to the traditional custodianship of the Bundjalung nation, who inhabited the wider Richmond River region prior to European settlement. Following European colonization in the 19th century, the area was historically utilized for timber-getting, land clearing, and the establishment of pastoral leases. The locality retains a quiet, historic rural character shaped by generations of agricultural land use.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 1 |
| Attempted murder | 1 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Dealing, trafficking in amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 107 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.