Dungarubba 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 Dungarubba
Dungarubba 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 district. Geographically, the area is characterized by low-lying, fertile floodplain terrain associated with the Richmond River system, supporting a landscape primarily dedicated to agriculture, including dairy farming and macadamia production. Due to its rural nature, the population is small and dispersed, sharing community ties with nearby regional hubs like Lismore and Coraki.
Local life in Dungarubba is defined by a quiet, agrarian lifestyle with minimal commercial infrastructure. Residents rely primarily on nearby townships for essential services, retail, education, and healthcare. The locality's infrastructure consists mainly of rural residential properties, agricultural holdings, and a network of local roads connecting it to the broader Northern Rivers transport network. Recreational pursuits in the area are typically centered around the natural environment and community events held in adjacent localities.
Prior to European settlement, the Dungarubba area was traditional land of the Bundjalung nation, who utilized the rich riverine resources of the Richmond River valley. Following European colonization in the 19th century, the area was progressively cleared and developed for agriculture, initially focusing on timber harvesting and later shifting to dairy farming and diverse crop cultivation. The locality retains a quiet historical character reflective of early rural settlement patterns in the Northern Rivers region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 52 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.