Burringbar crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
44 recorded in this period, compared with 71 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Burringbar
Burringbar is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Tweed Shire local government area (postcode 2483). Nestled in a valley surrounded by undulating hills and agricultural land, the area experiences a subtropical climate conducive to farming. At the 2021 census, Burringbar recorded a small population, reflecting its status as a tight-knit, low-density rural community characterized by acreage properties, small farms, and a scenic landscape dominated by remnants of subtropical rainforest and macadamia and banana plantations.
Local life in Burringbar centers around its historic commercial strip along the Tweed Valley Way, which features a general store, a primary school, community sporting facilities, and local businesses that cater to residents and visitors. The village maintains a relaxed rural atmosphere while benefiting from its proximity to larger regional hubs like Murwillumbah and the coastal towns of the Tweed Shire. The locality is also integrated into the regional tourism and agricultural network, supported by local growers and artisans.
European settlement in the Burringbar area dates back to the 19th century, initially driven by the timber industry capitalizing on the dense local rainforests. Following the clearing of the land, the economy transitioned to dairy farming, banana cultivation, and other agriculture. The opening of the Murwillumbah railway line in the late 19th century stimulated local development, with the former Burringbar railway station serving as a key transport link before the line's closure. Today, the village retains several heritage-listed buildings and structures that reflect its history as a nineteenth-century timber and farming settlement.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Liquor offences | 12 | 7 |
| Malicious damage to property | 5 | 13 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 3 | 4 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 3 | 1 |
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 10 |
| Fraud | 2 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 3 |
| Trespass | 2 | 1 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 2 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 5 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 878 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.