Bungawalbin crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
8 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Bungawalbin
Bungawalbin is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Richmond Valley Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2469. Geographically, the area is characterized by low-lying floodplains, dense native vegetation, and proximity to the Bungawalbin Creek, a major tributary of the Richmond River. Demographically, Bungawalbin is sparsely populated, reflecting a predominantly rural and agrarian community where residents are largely dispersed across acreage properties and farms.
Local life in Bungawalbin is centered around primary production, including beef cattle grazing and agriculture, alongside conservation and rural lifestyle living. Due to its remote and tranquil setting, the locality has limited commercial amenities, with residents relying on nearby towns such as Woodburn, Coraki, and Casino for retail, education, health services, and employment. The natural environment strongly influences the lifestyle, with outdoor activities such as fishing, kayaking, and birdwatching being common among locals.
Historically, the Bungawalbin area holds deep significance to the Bundjalung nation, the traditional custodians of the land, who utilized the rich riverine environment for sustenance and gathering. Following European settlement in the 19th century, the locality became part of the region's timber-getting and cedar-felling era, later transitioning into dairy farming and general agriculture. The landscape still bears traces of this early colonial history, intertwined with expansive protected wetlands that define its contemporary heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 138 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.