Dorroughby crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Dorroughby
Dorroughby is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Lismore City Council local government area and the 2480 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating, fertile volcanic terrain associated with the Nightcap Range foothills, supporting a landscape dominated by subtropical rainforest remnants, grazing land, and macadamia orchards. The population is small and predominantly comprises rural-residential landowners and agriculturalists, contributing to a quiet, decentralized community.
Local life in Dorroughby revolves around agriculture, nature conservation, and community connectivity, with residents typically traveling to nearby villages like Dunoon or regional centres such as Lismore for commercial, educational, and medical services. A notable local landmark is the historic Dorroughby Public School, alongside the Dorroughby Environmental Education Centre, which operates within the former school facilities to provide sustainability and outdoor education programs for students across the region.
Prior to European settlement, the area was traditional land of the Bundjalung Nation. European history in Dorroughby dates back to the 19th century, when the region was heavily logged for its valuable red cedar resources. Following the timber boom, the land was cleared and subdivided for dairy farming and agriculture, shaping the rural character and heritage that persists in the locality today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 158 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.