Lavadia crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
8 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Lavadia
Lavadia 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 2462. Geographically, the area is characterized by low-lying, flat terrain associated with the Clarence River floodplain, supporting a landscape dominated by agricultural land use, particularly cattle grazing and sugarcane farming. Due to its rural nature, Lavadia has a very small population, with residents largely dispersed across large landholdings rather than concentrated in an urban center.
The locality operates primarily as an agricultural community with limited local commercial amenities. Residents typically rely on nearby service hubs such as Maclean and Grafton for retail, healthcare, secondary education, and professional services. Transport connectivity is provided by local rural roads linking to the Pacific Highway corridor, facilitating regional movement. The area's environment is shaped by its proximity to waterways, making seasonal weather patterns and flood management important factors for local infrastructure and day-to-day rural life.
Prior to European settlement, the Lavadia area was traditional land of the Bundjalung and Gumbaynggirr language groups, who utilized the rich riverine resources of the Clarence Valley. Following European colonization in the 19th century, the region was opened up for agriculture, timber getting, and pastoral leases. The locality’s history is closely tied to the broader agricultural development of the Clarence Valley, transitioning from early pioneering enterprises to established farming estates that maintain a quiet, historical rural character today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 43 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.