Gulmarrad crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
44 recorded in this period, compared with 28 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Gulmarrad
Gulmarrad is a semi-rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Clarence Valley Council local government area and carrying the postcode 2463. Geographically positioned between the regional hubs of Yamba and Maclean, the area is characterized by low-density residential acreage, bushland, and agricultural properties. At the 2021 census, Gulmarrad recorded a population of over 1,500 residents, reflecting steady growth as a popular lifestyle choice for those seeking a rural-residential environment close to the region's coastal amenities and the Clarence River.
Local life in Gulmarrad is quiet and community-oriented, relying heavily on surrounding towns for major commercial, educational, and professional services. The locality itself is primarily residential, featuring large-lot housing, and is supported by local infrastructure including a public primary school. Residents frequently commute to nearby Maclean or Yamba for retail, healthcare, and employment, while the surrounding natural landscape provides opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Prior to European settlement, the area was traditional land of the Bundjalung nation, who maintained a deep connection to the rich riverine and coastal environments of the lower Clarence Valley. European history in the broader region dates back to the 19th century with the expansion of cedar-getting, agriculture, and sugarcane farming. Gulmarrad evolved from a largely agricultural and heavily timbered district into a designated rural-residential locality, balancing its historical roots with modern suburban-rural migration patterns.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 5 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 5 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 5 | 3 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 4 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 2 |
| Fraud | 2 | 6 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Pornography offences | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 1 |
| Dealing, trafficking in cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 1,950 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.