Coraki crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
178 recorded in this period, compared with 221 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Coraki
Coraki is a town situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, located within the Richmond Valley Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2471. Positioned at the confluence of the Richmond River and the Wilson River, the locality lies approximately 30 kilometres south-west of Lismore. According to the 2021 Australian census, Coraki recorded a population of roughly 1,300 residents. The surrounding landscape is characterized by low-lying alluvial floodplains historically utilized for agriculture, which makes the area susceptible to periodic riverine flooding.
The town functions as a rural service hub for the surrounding agricultural district, which has traditionally supported dairy farming, beef cattle, and sugarcane cultivation. Local amenities include basic retail services, a central commercial strip, primary and secondary schooling options, and community healthcare facilities. Recreational infrastructure centers around the river systems, supporting boating, fishing, and various local sports clubs. Transport connectivity is maintained via regional road networks linking Coraki to neighboring centers such as Lismore, Casino, and Evans Head.
European settlement in the area dates back to the mid-19th century, driven by the lucrative regional timber industry that harvested extensive stands of Australian red cedar along the Richmond River. Coraki subsequently developed as an important river port and shipbuilding center before the expansion of the regional rail and road networks shifted transport patterns. The town features several heritage-listed buildings and sites that reflect its 19th-century mercantile and maritime history, alongside a strong ongoing connection to the traditional custodians of the land, the Bundjalung Nation.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 21 | 3 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 20 | 25 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 17 | 22 |
| Malicious damage to property | 16 | 19 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 15 | 21 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 13 | 6 |
| Breach bail conditions | 11 | 18 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 10 | 27 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 8 | 13 |
| Steal from dwelling | 7 | 2 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 6 | 2 |
| Sexual assault | 6 | 11 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 4 | 3 |
| Criminal intent | 3 | 4 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 5 |
| Fraud | 2 | 6 |
| Liquor offences | 2 | 1 |
| Other drug offences | 2 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,373 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.