Johns River crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
45 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 Johns River
Johns River is a small rural locality situated on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, within the Mid-Coast Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2443. Positioned roughly 34 kilometres north of Taree and just inland from Camden Haven, the area is characterised by low-lying coastal hinterland topography, native bushland, and agricultural properties. Demographically, Johns River functions as a quiet residential and farming community, with a population largely comprising families and retirees seeking a rural lifestyle within proximity to regional service centres.
Local life in Johns River is centred around a small commercial hub located near the Pacific Highway, which historically bypassed the town. Essential amenities are modest, featuring local community facilities, a general store, and small businesses that serve both residents and travelers. The locality's natural environment supports outdoor pursuits such as fishing and boating along the nearby waterways, while education and broader retail services are accessed in neighboring towns like Harrington and Kendall.
European settlement in the area dates back to the 19th century, driven initially by the timber industry and subsequent agricultural development. The locality was named after the nearby river, which was historically used to transport harvested cedar and other hardwoods to coastal ports. While many of the original timber-getting and agricultural operations have evolved, the region retains a distinct heritage associated with early rural industry and transport along the Mid North Coast.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 6 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 5 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 5 | 0 |
| Arson | 4 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 4 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 4 | 4 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 2 | 0 |
| Trespass | 2 | 0 |
| Abduction and kidnapping | 1 | 0 |
| Liquor offences | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
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.