Harwood crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
15 recorded in this period, compared with 25 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Harwood
Harwood is a rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated within the Clarence Valley Council local government area and carrying the postcode 2465. Positioned on the banks of the lower Clarence River, the area is characterized by low-lying floodplains traditionally utilized for intensive agriculture, particularly sugarcane cultivation. The locality is bisected by the Pacific Highway and is connected to the northern bank of the river via the heritage-listed Harwood Bridge. Demographically, Harwood supports a small, dispersed population, with residents largely engaged in farming, local industry, and services within nearby towns such as Maclean and Yamba.
Local life in Harwood is closely tied to its agricultural roots and proximity to the Clarence River. The most prominent landmark and economic anchor in the locality is the Harwood Sugar Mill, which processes cane harvested throughout the surrounding floodplain. Beyond the industrial and agricultural operations, the area offers basic local services, river access for recreational boating and fishing, and community spaces. Educational, retail, and broader commercial amenities are accessed in adjacent localities.
European settlement in Harwood dates back to the mid-19th century, driven by the timber industry and subsequent agricultural expansion. The establishment of the sugar industry in the late 1860s cemented the locality's economic identity, with the Harwood Mill commencing operations in 1874. The area contains several historic sites and structures reflecting its maritime and industrial past, including heritage infrastructure associated with early river navigation and the region's colonial development.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 4 | 1 |
| Other offences | 3 | 4 |
| Steal from dwelling | 3 | 3 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 3 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 346 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.