Condong crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
34 recorded in this period, compared with 15 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Condong
Condong is a rural locality situated in the Tweed Shire of New South Wales, within the 2484 postcode district. Positioned on the banks of the Tweed River, the area is characterized by low-lying, fertile alluvial plains historically utilized for intensive agriculture. The population is small and predominantly rural, reflecting the broader demographic profile of the Northern Rivers agricultural hinterland.
Local life in Condong is closely tied to its agricultural roots and proximity to the Tweed River. The locality is perhaps best known as the home of the Condong Sugar Mill, one of the oldest and continuously operating sugar mills in Australia, which remains a central economic and structural landmark for the community. While daily retail and commercial services are limited within Condong proper, residents rely on the nearby townships of Murwillumbah and Tweed Heads for comprehensive amenities, education, and healthcare.
The history of Condong is deeply intertwined with the development of the Australian sugar industry in the 19th century. Settlement of the area accelerated following the establishment of the sugar mill in the 1870s, which drew farmers and laborers to the rich river flats to cultivate sugarcane. This industrial heritage is preserved through several historic structures and the enduring agricultural landscape that continues to define the locality's identity today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Liquor offences | 7 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 4 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 4 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 3 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 2 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 314 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.