Gradys Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 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 Gradys Creek
Gradys Creek is a rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated within the Kyogle Council local government area and the 2474 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterised by rugged terrain, dense native vegetation, and pastoral landholdings, sitting near the Queensland border and the McPherson Range. At the 2021 census, Gradys Creek recorded a very small population, reflecting its remote and sparsely settled nature, with residents primarily dispersed across large agricultural properties and acreage.
Due to its isolated setting, Gradys Creek has minimal local commercial amenities. Residents rely on nearby townships, such as Kyogle and Nimbin, as well as cross-border access to southeast Queensland, for essential services, secondary education, healthcare, and retail shopping. The local economy is predominantly agriculturally focused, driven by beef cattle grazing and forestry, with limited infrastructure centered mainly around rural roads and primary production.
Historically, the area was the traditional land of the Bundjalung people before European settlement in the 19th century. European history in Gradys Creek and the surrounding Border Ranges was shaped by the timber-felling industry, dairy farming, and the gradual clearing of subtropical rainforests for agriculture. Today, the locality retains a strong connection to its pioneering past, surrounded by protected national parks and conservation areas that preserve the region's significant natural and cultural heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 59 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.