Dunbible crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
15 recorded in this period, compared with 26 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Dunbible
Dunbible is a rural locality situated in the Tweed Shire of New South Wales, within the postcode area 2484. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating hills, lush agricultural land, and remnants of subtropical rainforest, typical of the Tweed River valley hinterland. Demographically, Dunbible has a small population comprising primarily rural landholders, families, and retirees, reflecting a quiet, community-oriented country lifestyle.
Local life in Dunbible is centered around agriculture, small-scale farming, and acreage living. The locality relies heavily on nearby service hubs such as Murwillumbah for commercial retail, healthcare, educational facilities, and community services. Infrastructure within Dunbible itself is minimal, consisting mainly of rural residential properties, local roads, and natural waterways that support the region's agricultural productivity and biodiversity.
Historically, the area was traditionally inhabited by the Bundjalung nation before European settlement in the 19th century. European history in Dunbible is closely tied to the timber-getting, dairy farming, and sugarcane industries that historically drove the development of the wider Tweed River region. The cultural heritage of the area is preserved through its rural landscapes, historic homesteads, and ongoing connections to both its Indigenous past and its pioneering agricultural roots.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 3 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 5 |
| Breach bail conditions | 2 | 5 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 380 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.