Kia Ora crime statistics

About Kia Ora

**Geography and Demographics** Kia Ora is a rural locality situated in the Mid-Coast Council local government area of New South Wales, within the 2422 postcode. The geography is characterized by undulating agricultural land, native bushland, and scattered waterways typical of the Mid North Coast hinterland. Due to its rural nature, the population is very small and dispersed, primarily residing on acreage or working farms, contributing to a quiet, low-density demographic profile.

**Local Life and Amenities** The local economy and lifestyle in Kia Ora are predominantly centered around agriculture, including livestock grazing and small-scale farming. Day-to-day services, commercial amenities, and educational facilities are not located within the immediate bounds of the locality; residents typically rely on nearby regional service hubs such as Stroud or Gloucester for retail, healthcare, and schooling. Transport relies entirely on private vehicles via local rural roads connecting to major regional routes.

**History and Heritage** The area holds traditional significance for the Worimi and Biripi Aboriginal peoples, who managed the land for millennia prior to European settlement. Following European arrival in the 19th century, the broader district was opened up for cedar-getting, pastoralism, and agricultural development. Kia Ora retains a quiet historical landscape defined by legacy farm holdings and rural traditions, with few modern developments altering its traditional pastoral character.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · SAL 12121
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections