Carool crime statistics

About Carool

Carool is a rural locality situated in the Tweed Shire of northern New South Wales, within the 2486 postcode. Geographically, it is characterised by elevated, undulating terrain within the Tweed River hinterland, offering sweeping views of the surrounding valleys and the Pacific Ocean. The area is predominantly agricultural, supporting a small, dispersed population engaged in rural and semi-rural residential living.

Local life in Carool is quiet and community-focused, centered around its agricultural roots and natural environment. Land use includes boutique farming, horticulture, and macadamia orchards, reflecting the fertile volcanic soils of the region. While the locality itself is primarily residential and agricultural, it relies on nearby service centres such as Tweed Heads, Murwillumbah, and the Gold Coast for major commercial, educational, and healthcare amenities.

European settlement in the area dates back to the 19th century, driven by timber-getting, dairy farming, and land clearing for agriculture. The name "Carool" is believed to be of Indigenous Australian origin, reflecting the region's historical ties to the Bundjalung nation. Over time, the local economy transitioned from intensive dairying to a diverse mix of small-scale farming and lifestyle properties, preserving its historical rural landscape.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · SAL 10821
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections