Hydes Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
10 recorded in this period, compared with 6 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Hydes Creek
Hydes Creek is a rural locality situated in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, within the Bellingen Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2454. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating topography, pockets of native bushland, and agricultural properties situated along local waterways that feed into the Bellinger River catchment. Due to its rural nature, the population is small and primarily dispersed across acreage and farming properties, contributing to a quiet, low-density demographic profile.
Local life in Hydes Creek is centered around rural living, agriculture, and nature, with residents relying on neighboring towns like Bellingen for comprehensive commercial, educational, and medical services. The locality features limited public infrastructure, though its scenic landscape attracts those seeking a semi-rural lifestyle. Amenities are primarily community-oriented or accessed via the broader Bellingen local government area transport network.
Historically, the area was shaped by European settlement in the 19th century, which initially focused on timber getting, land clearing, and subsequent dairy and beef cattle farming. The Gumbaynggirr people are recognized as the traditional custodians of the wider region, having maintained a deep cultural and spiritual connection to the land for millennia. Heritage remnants in the broader district reflect early agricultural endeavors and rural transport routes that linked isolated settlements to coastal hubs.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 155 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.