Irvington crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Irvington
Irvington is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Richmond Valley Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2470. Geographically, the area is characterised by low-lying agricultural plains, typical of the Richmond River catchment, supporting a sparse population engaged primarily in primary production. Due to its small size and rural classification, demographic data is largely integrated with the broader Richmond Valley statistical area rather than tracked as a distinct urban population center.
Local life in Irvington is defined by its agrarian setting, with residents relying on nearby regional hubs such as Casino for commercial services, healthcare, educational facilities, and employment. Amenities within the locality itself are minimal, consisting primarily of rural homesteads and agricultural infrastructure connected by local road networks. The lifestyle reflects a quiet, community-oriented country environment centered around livestock grazing and crop cultivation.
European settlement in the Irvington area dates back to the mid-19th century, following the expansion of pastoralism and the timber industry into the Richmond River basin. The locality's historical footprint is closely tied to the broader pioneering era of the Richmond Valley, where early land grants facilitated cedar-getting and subsequent dairy farming. While few major heritage-listed public buildings remain within the immediate locality, the cultural landscape retains historical significance through its long-established farming estates and rural pathways.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Sexual assault | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 70 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.