Gleniffer crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
9 recorded in this period, compared with 17 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gleniffer
Gleniffer is a rural locality situated in the Bellingen Shire of New South Wales, within the 2454 postcode area. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating hinterland, lush rainforests, and the Never Never River, which runs through the valley. Due to its small population, demographic data is largely subsumed into the broader Bellingen local government area, reflecting a community of residents that includes families, retirees, and individuals attracted to the region's natural environment and alternative rural lifestyle.
Local life in Gleniffer is quiet and community-focused, centered around agriculture, conservation, and acreage living. Amenities within the immediate locality are sparse, consisting primarily of community spaces such as the historic Gleniffer Hall, which serves as a gathering point for local events. For commercial services, education, health care, and retail, residents rely on the nearby townships of Bellingen and Dorrigo. The local economy and lifestyle are closely tied to environmental sustainability, small-scale farming, and the surrounding nature reserves.
European history in the Gleniffer area dates back to the 19th century, driven initially by the timber industry as cedar getters and loggers moved into the Bellingen river valleys. Following the depletion of the prime timber resources, the land was progressively cleared and transitioned into dairy farming and agriculture. Over the latter half of the 20th century, the demographic landscape shifted as alternative lifestyle movements and tree-changers settled in the valley, helping to preserve the area's natural heritage while shaping its modern identity.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 2 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 4 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from person | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 414 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.