Clifden crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 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 Clifden
Clifden is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Clarence Valley Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2460. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating pastoral land and floodplains associated with the Clarence River catchment. Demographically, Clifden is sparsely populated, reflecting the broader settlement pattern of the surrounding agricultural district where residents are primarily engaged in primary production industries such as beef cattle grazing and crop cultivation.
Due to its rural and dispersed nature, Clifden does not feature a dedicated commercial town centre or major civic amenities. Residents rely on nearby service hubs, most notably the regional town of Grafton, for retail, secondary education, healthcare, and professional services. Transport connectivity is provided by secondary rural roads linking the locality to the Gwydir Highway and Pacific Highway corridors, facilitating regional movement.
Historically, the area was traditional land of the Bundjalung and Gumbaynggirr language groups before European colonisation in the 19th century. European settlement in the wider Clarence Valley was driven by timber-getting, navigation of the Clarence River, and the subsequent expansion of agriculture. The locality derives its name from early pastoral holdings and retains a quiet, historical rural character marked by long-established farming families and heritage agricultural infrastructure.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 27 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.