Doubtful Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Doubtful Creek
Doubtful Creek is a rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated within the Kyogle Council local government area and the 2470 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating topography, agricultural land, and native bushland typical of the Richmond River catchment. Demographically, Doubtful Creek supports a sparse population reflective of its agrarian setting, with residents primarily engaged in primary industries such as beef cattle grazing and localized farming.
The locality functions as a quiet residential and agricultural community with minimal commercial infrastructure. Local amenities are largely limited to rural services, with residents relying on nearby urban centres such as Kyogle and Casino for comprehensive retail, medical, educational, and professional services. Transport connectivity is maintained via local rural roads linking to regional arterial routes.
Historically, the area was traditionally occupied by Indigenous Australian peoples before European settlement in the 19th century. The locality's development was historically tied to the timber-getting and agricultural expansion of the Northern Rivers region. Local heritage is predominantly preserved through its rural landscapes, historical homesteads, and the enduring agricultural traditions of the Kyogle shire.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 162 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.