Lillian Rock crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
14 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Lillian Rock
Lillian Rock is a rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated within the Kyogle Council local government area and the 2480 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating terrain, pockets of native bushland, and agricultural land typical of the foothills surrounding the Richmond Range. Demographically, it is a sparsely populated community comprising acreage properties, farming homesteads, and rural-residential dwellings, with residents generally accessing larger commercial, educational, and health services in nearby regional centres such as Kyogle and Lismore.
Local life in Lillian Rock centers on a quiet, rural lifestyle with primary land uses including livestock grazing and small-scale horticulture. The locality lacks a major commercial hub, relying instead on neighboring settlements for retail and professional amenities. Community interaction is largely informal, supported by rural road networks and proximity to natural attractions, including local national parks and watercourses that define the broader Northern Rivers landscape.
European settlement in the area dates back to the 19th century, driven initially by the timber industry and subsequent agricultural expansion. The locality derives its name from historical local landmarks and early pioneering families who established farming enterprises in the rugged terrain. While few heritage-listed public buildings remain within Lillian Rock itself, the cultural landscape reflects the historical transition from intensive forestry to pastoralism and modern rural-residential living.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 3 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 1 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 234 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.