Lanitza crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
29 recorded in this period, compared with 19 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Lanitza
Lanitza is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Clarence Valley Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2460. Geographically, the area is characterised by low-lying agricultural land, native bushland, and proximity to local waterways within the broader Clarence River catchment. Demographically, Lanitza has a very small, dispersed population typical of rural Australian farming districts, with residents primarily engaged in agriculture, livestock grazing, and related rural industries.
Due to its small population and remote setting, Lanitza has a minimal local commercial footprint, relying instead on nearby regional hubs such as Grafton for primary retail, education, medical services, and public amenities. Local infrastructure is largely restricted to rural residential dwellings, agricultural properties, and the local road network connecting residents to the Gwydir Highway and surrounding towns.
European settlement in the area dates back to the 19th century, driven by the expansion of timber-getting, pastoralism, and agriculture throughout the Clarence Valley. The locality retains a quiet, historic rural character, reflecting the generational farming families and traditional land uses that have shaped the region's development over the past century.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 4 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 0 |
| Fraud | 3 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 3 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 2 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 3 |
| Other theft | 1 | 2 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 313 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.