Fernmount crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 9 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Fernmount
Fernmount is a rural locality situated in the New South Wales Mid North Coast region, within the Bellingen Shire local government area (postcode 2454). Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating countryside, lush pastures, and its proximity to the Bellinger River. As a predominantly rural and residential community, Fernmount shares the broader demographic profile of the Bellingen region, which is marked by a mix of agricultural landholders, families, and retirees attracted to a quiet regional lifestyle.
Local life in Fernmount is centered around its close-knit community and rural surrounds, with residents relying primarily on nearby Bellingen for major commercial services, secondary education, and healthcare. The locality includes local community spaces, rural properties, and small-scale agricultural holdings. Amenities within the immediate area are limited, reflecting its tranquil, countryside setting, though it is easily accessible via regional road networks connecting to Coffs Harbour and the broader Mid North Coast.
Historically, Fernmount was one of the early European settlements in the Bellinger Valley, established during the 19th-century timber-getting era when red cedar was actively harvested along the river systems. The area holds significant local heritage value, featuring historic buildings and remnants of its past as a regional hub before the commercial focus shifted to neighboring Bellingen. Today, the locality preserves its historic rural character while functioning primarily as a residential and agricultural enclave.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 444 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.