Goonengerry crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Goonengerry
Goonengerry is a rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated within the Byron Shire local government area under the postcode 2482. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating hinterland terrain, elevated ridges, and remnant subtropical rainforest, offering scenic views toward the coast. Demographically, Goonengerry supports a small, dispersed population consisting largely of families, retirees, and individuals attracted to the region's rural lifestyle and natural environment.
Local life in Goonengerry is quiet and community-focused, centered around agricultural pursuits, small-scale horticulture, and acreage living. Amenities within the locality are minimal, relying instead on the nearby village of Federal and larger regional hubs such as Mullumbimby and Byron Bay for commercial, educational, and healthcare services. The area is accessed via winding rural roads and is known for its strong emphasis on environmental conservation and sustainable living.
Historically, the area was traditionally inhabited by the Bundjalung nation before European settlement. European activity in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries primarily involved timber harvesting of native species such as red cedar, followed by the clearing of land for dairy farming and banana cultivation. In the latter half of the twentieth century, Goonengerry experienced demographic shifts with the arrival of alternative lifestyle settlers, which shaped its modern cultural identity as a rural residential and agricultural community.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 422 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.