Lower Southgate crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 11 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Lower Southgate
Lower Southgate is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Clarence Valley local government area and the 2460 postcode. Positioned on the southern banks of the Clarence River, the area is characterized by low-lying, flat terrain dominated by fertile alluvial plains. The local economy and landscape are primarily shaped by agriculture, particularly beef cattle grazing and sugarcane cultivation. Due to its rural nature, the population is relatively small and dispersed, sharing strong community and administrative ties with the nearby regional hub of Grafton.
The locality is predominantly residential-agricultural, with properties consisting largely of acreage and farmsteads rather than suburban housing. Day-to-day amenities, commercial services, and secondary education facilities are accessed in nearby Grafton, while the Clarence River provides local opportunities for recreational activities such as fishing and boating. Road connectivity is maintained via local rural routes linking back to the Gwydir Highway and Pacific Highway corridors.
European settlement in the area dates back to the mid-19th century, following the expansion of maritime and agricultural industries along the Clarence River. The region's history is closely tied to early riverboat transport, timber-getting, and the establishment of agricultural holdings that transformed the floodplain. While few formal heritage-listed landmarks are located directly within Lower Southgate, the broader Clarence Valley retains a rich history reflecting indigenous Bundjalung and Gumbaynggirr heritage alongside pioneering European settlement.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other theft | 3 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 112 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.