Greenhill crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
147 recorded in this period, compared with 168 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Greenhill
Greenhill is a rural locality situated in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, within the Kempsey Shire local government area and the 2440 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterised by low-lying cleared land and floodplains associated with the Macleay River system. Demographically, Greenhill is sparsely populated, reflecting the broader settlement pattern of the surrounding agricultural district where residents are primarily engaged in primary industries and rural lifestyle land uses.
Local life in Greenhill is defined by its quiet, rural atmosphere, with residents relying on the nearby regional centre of Kempsey for commercial services, secondary education, health care, and employment. The locality consists largely of rural residential properties and farming holdings. Amenities within Greenhill itself are minimal, though its proximity to the Pacific Highway corridor and Kempsey provides accessible transport links to larger hubs such as Port Macquarie and Coffs Harbour.
European settlement in the Greenhill area dates back to the 19th century, following the colonial expansion along the Macleay River valley driven by timber-getting, cedar-hauling, and subsequent agricultural development. The heritage of the locality is closely tied to the pastoral and agricultural history of the Kempsey region. While retaining few prominent historic commercial structures, the cultural landscape preserves elements of early European land clearing, farming practices, and historical transportation routes alongside the traditional custodianship of the Dhanggati (Thunggutti) people.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 26 | 26 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 19 | 12 |
| Malicious damage to property | 19 | 21 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 18 | 18 |
| Breach bail conditions | 17 | 19 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 6 | 10 |
| Arson | 5 | 5 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 4 | 6 |
| Sexual assault | 4 | 5 |
| Trespass | 4 | 1 |
| Fraud | 3 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 12 |
| Other offences | 3 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 7 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 3 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cocaine | 2 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 2 | 2 |
| Assault Police | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 757 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.