Coutts Crossing crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
54 recorded in this period, compared with 43 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Coutts Crossing
Coutts Crossing 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. Located approximately 20 kilometres south of Grafton, the area is characterised by a landscape defined by pastoral land, floodplains, and proximity to the Nymboida River. Demographically, it functions as a quiet residential and farming community, with a population largely consisting of families and retirees seeking a rural lifestyle while remaining within commuting distance of regional services.
Local life in Coutts Crossing centres around a tight-knit community infrastructure. The locality features essential amenities including a local public school, a general store, a community hall, and sports recreation grounds that host local events and gatherings. Surrounding land use is predominantly agricultural, supporting beef cattle production and horticulture. For higher-order services, healthcare, and secondary education, residents routinely travel to nearby Grafton.
European history in the area dates back to the mid-19th century, driven by early pastoral settlement, timber-getting, and agriculture along the Clarence River catchment. The locality was named after Thomas Coutts, an early settler who established operations in the region. Historic buildings and rural infrastructure from the late 19th and early 20th centuries remain scattered throughout the district, reflecting the gradual evolution of the Clarence Valley's rural economy.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 9 | 6 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 8 | 7 |
| Arson | 5 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 5 | 3 |
| Steal from dwelling | 5 | 2 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 3 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Coercive Control | 2 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 1 |
| Assault Police | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 4 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 3 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,053 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.