Clothiers Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 10 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Clothiers Creek
Clothiers Creek is a semi-rural locality situated in the Tweed Shire of northern New South Wales, within the 2484 postcode area. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating green hills, agricultural land, and native bushland, positioned inland from the coastal centers of the Tweed Coast. The population is predominantly rural-residential, with residents largely spread across acreage properties and working farms engaged in local agriculture and horticulture.
Local life in Clothiers Creek is defined by a quiet, community-oriented country lifestyle with minimal commercial development. While the locality itself is primarily residential and agricultural, it offers close proximity to the larger service towns of Murwillumbah, Cudgen, and Kingscliff, where residents access comprehensive retail, educational, and medical services. The area's natural environment supports outdoor pursuits, and its strategic location provides convenient access to the Pacific Highway for travel north toward the Gold Coast or south toward Byron Bay.
Historically, the locality derives its name from early European settlement patterns and the region's rich timber and agricultural heritage. Like much of the Tweed Valley, the land was traditionally inhabited by the Bundjalung nation prior to British colonization in the 19th century. Over time, the area transitioned from early forestry and dairy farming into a mix of small-scale agriculture, lifestyle properties, and conservation areas, retaining much of its historic rural character.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 2 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 293 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.