Georgica crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Georgica
Georgica is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Local Government Area of Lismore (Postcode 2480). Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating topography, steep forested ridges, and cleared pastoral valleys typical of the hinterland behind the New South Wales North Coast. Due to its rugged terrain and rural classification, the population is very small and dispersed, consisting primarily of acreage and farm-holding residents.
Local life in Georgica is defined by a quiet, agrarian lifestyle with limited commercial amenities. Residents rely on neighbouring townships, such as Nimbin and the regional centre of Lismore, for retail, secondary education, healthcare, and professional services. The local economy is largely agricultural, supported by small-scale cattle grazing, horticulture, and rural lifestyle properties. Access to the locality is provided by a network of winding rural roads that connect to regional transport arteries.
European history in Georgica reflects the broader patterns of the Northern Rivers, beginning with the timber-getting industry in the 19th century. Once the valuable stands of red cedar and rainforest hardwoods were depleted, the land was cleared and subdivided for dairy farming and agriculture. Over subsequent decades, demographic shifts brought a mix of traditional farmers and alternative lifestylers to the broader region, though Georgica itself has largely retained its sparse, undeveloped rural character.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 240 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.