Fairy Hill crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 12 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Fairy Hill
Fairy Hill is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Richmond Valley Council local government area and the 2470 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, rural acreages, and native vegetation typical of the Northern Rivers hinterland. Demographically, Fairy Hill supports a very small population, with residents primarily residing on large rural properties and farms.
Due to its low population density and rural classification, local life in Fairy Hill is quiet and centered around primary production, including grazing and crop cultivation. The locality does not possess a commercial town center; instead, residents rely on the nearby regional hub of Casino for essential services, retail shopping, schooling, and healthcare. Recreational amenities within Fairy Hill itself are minimal, though the surrounding natural landscape offers a peaceful country environment.
Historically, the area was developed following European settlement in the 19th century, which saw the broader Richmond Valley region transformed through timber-getting, agriculture, and dairy farming. The name Fairy Hill reflects the romanticized naming conventions common in 19th-century rural New South Wales. While the locality contains few major heritage-listed public structures, its landscape retains remnants of early pastoral activities and rural infrastructure associated with the expansion of the Richmond River district.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 2 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 407 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.