Hayters Hill 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 Hayters Hill
Hayters Hill is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Byron Shire local government area and the 2481 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating green hills, fertile volcanic soil, and elevated vantage points that offer sweeping views toward the Pacific Ocean and surrounding hinterland. The population is relatively small and dispersed, typical of the agricultural and semi-rural residential zones surrounding Byron Bay.
The local economy and lifestyle are closely tied to agriculture, small-scale farming, and acreage living, complemented by the broader tourism and service sectors of the Byron Shire. While Hayters Hill itself lacks a commercial village center, residents rely on nearby townships such as Bangalow and Byron Bay for retail, education, healthcare, and community services. The locality is traversed by major regional transport links, connecting rural producers and commuters to the wider Northern Rivers hub.
Originally part of the traditional lands of the Bundjalung nation, the European history of Hayters Hill reflects the broader settlement of the Big Scrub region, which was extensively cleared for timber harvesting and dairy farming in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Over subsequent decades, the land use transitioned from intensive dairying to beef cattle, macadamia orchards, and lifestyle properties. Today, the heritage of the area is preserved through its cultural landscape and historical ties to the early agricultural development of the Byron hinterland.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 40 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.