Kunghur crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
9 recorded in this period, compared with 4 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Kunghur
Kunghur is a rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated within the Tweed Shire local government area (postcode 2484). Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating terrain, pockets of subtropical rainforest, and agricultural land situated near the Tweed River catchment. It is a sparsely populated community, with residents primarily residing on rural properties, acreage, and farmsteads distributed along the Kyogle Road corridor.
Local life in Kunghur is defined by its quiet rural character, primary agricultural pursuits, and natural surroundings. The locality is a short distance from the Border Ranges National Park and Mebbin National Park, making it a gateway for nature-based tourism, bushwalking, and sightseeing. While commercial amenities within Kunghur itself are minimal, relying on nearby townships such as Murwillumbah for comprehensive services, the locality maintains a close-knit community identity supported by regional road links.
Historically, the area developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, driven by the timber-felling industry, dairy farming, and subsequent agricultural settlement. The establishment of transport routes, including the former Murwillumbah railway line, facilitated the movement of local timber and primary produce to external markets. Today, historical remnants of this era are visible in the rural landscape, local placenames, and preserved community infrastructure that reflects the region's pioneering past.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 133 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.