Knockrow crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
20 recorded in this period, compared with 5 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Knockrow
Knockrow is a rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated within the Ballina Shire local government area (postcode 2479). Positioned approximately 20 kilometres north-west of Ballina and just south of Byron Bay, the area is characterised by rolling green hills, elevated ridgelines, and subtropical agricultural land. Due to its position, Knockrow offers panoramic views spanning from the hinterland to the Pacific Ocean. The population is small and predominantly comprises residents engaged in rural-residential living, agriculture, and tourism-related enterprises.
Local life in Knockrow is deeply intertwined with the region's agricultural productivity and tourism economy. The area is best known as the home of the historic Macadamia Castle, a prominent regional landmark and tourist attraction featuring a café, animal park, and retail centre dedicated to local produce. While Knockrow itself maintains a quiet, rural character with limited commercial development, it benefits from immediate proximity to the Pacific Highway, providing residents with straightforward access to the commercial, educational, and medical services of nearby towns such as Ballina, Alstonville, and Bangalow.
Historically, the land around Knockrow was part of the traditional country of the Bundjalung nation before European settlement in the 19th century. The area was initially developed for timber getting, followed by dairy farming and subtropical agriculture, including the establishment of some of Australia's earliest commercial macadamia orchards. Over recent decades, the landscape has gradually transitioned from traditional dairy farming to lifestyle properties, macadamia production, and tourism-focused ventures that leverage the scenic appeal of the Northern Rivers hinterland.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 4 | 1 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 0 |
| Trespass | 3 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 1 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 186 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.