Hacks Ferry crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Hacks Ferry
Hacks Ferry is a small rural locality situated in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, falling within the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council local government area and the 2441 postcode. Geographically, the area is defined by its proximity to rural waterways and the natural landscapes characteristic of the Hastings River hinterland. Due to its sparse population, demographic data for Hacks Ferry is largely subsumed within the broader regional statistics of the Port Macquarie-Hastings hinterland, reflecting a quiet, agrarian community profile with a low population density.
Local life in Hacks Ferry is centred on rural living, agriculture, and land management, with residents relying on nearby regional service centres for major retail, educational, and healthcare facilities. The locality lacks significant commercial amenities, maintaining a predominantly natural and agricultural character. Road connectivity links the area to neighboring townships along the Hastings River valley, supporting local primary production and residential acreage.
Historically, the area developed as part of the broader European expansion into the Hastings River district, initially driven by timber-getting, agriculture, and river-based transport before the establishment of modern road networks. While specific local landmarks or heritage buildings are not widely documented at the state level, the cultural landscape reflects the traditional custodianship of the Biripi people, followed by 19th-century European settlement patterns focused on primary industry and rural enterprise.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 9 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.