Fortis Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Fortis Creek
Fortis Creek is a rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated within the Clarence Valley local government area and the 2460 postcode. The geography of the area is characterized by undulating bushland, agricultural acreage, and waterways that feed into the Clarence River catchment. Demographically, Fortis Creek is sparsely populated, reflecting the typical settlement pattern of the region's outer rural hinterlands where residents are primarily engaged in primary production, land management, and local trades.
Due to its remote and low-density nature, the locality has limited local amenities, relying instead on nearby towns such as Grafton for comprehensive retail, medical, educational, and civic services. Local life centers around rural enterprise and community connection, with the natural environment providing opportunities for outdoor pursuits. The local road network primarily serves regional connectivity and access to isolated farming properties.
Historically, the area was part of the traditional lands of the Bundjalung or Gumbaynggirr language groups, who managed the country for millennia. Following European settlement in the 19th century, the region's history was shaped by timber-getting, grazing, and the gradual clearing of land for agriculture. Place names and remnants of early infrastructure reflect this pioneering era, though few formal heritage-listed structures remain within the immediate locality today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Motor vehicle theft | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 38 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.