Fernbank Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
16 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 Fernbank Creek
Fernbank Creek is a semi-rural and residential locality in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, situated within the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council area and carrying the postcode 2444. Positioned north of Port Macquarie, the area is characterised by its low-density residential properties, acreage estates, and natural environments closely bordered by the Hastings River catchment and its namesake waterways. The population largely consists of families and retirees seeking a semi-rural lifestyle within close proximity to major urban services, contributing to the steady growth of the greater Port Macquarie-Hastings local government area.
Local life in Fernbank Creek is quiet and primarily residential, relying heavily on neighbouring townships and Port Macquarie for commercial, educational, and healthcare services. The locality's landscape supports outdoor and water-based activities, given its proximity to local creeks, rivers, and coastal environments. Essential infrastructure is minimal within the immediate boundaries, with residents accessing retail centres, schools, and professional services a short drive away via the Pacific Highway and Hastings River Drive.
Historically, the broader Port Macquarie-Hastings region developed from traditional Aboriginal lands of the Birpai nation into a nineteenth-century timber-getting and agricultural settlement. The area historically supported forestry, dairy farming, and agriculture before undergoing gradual land rezoning to accommodate rural-residential acreage developments. Today, Fernbank Creek retains elements of its rural past while functioning primarily as a modern commuter and lifestyle suburb on the fringe of the region's urban growth corridor.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from person | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 122 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.