Marom Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Marom Creek
Marom Creek is a rural locality in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated within the Lismore City Council local government area and sharing the 2480 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterised by undulating terrain, agricultural land, and native vegetation typical of the region's sub-tropical climate. Due to its sparse population, demographic data for Marom Creek is generally amalgamated with surrounding rural localities in the broader Lismore hinterland, reflecting a quiet community with a low population density focused primarily on acreage living and small-scale farming.
The locality is primarily residential and agricultural, functioning as a peaceful rural retreat without a distinct commercial hub. Residents rely on nearby regional centres such as Lismore and Alstonville for daily retail, healthcare, secondary education, and professional services. Local movement is facilitated by rural feeder roads connecting the area to the Bruxner Highway, supporting access to the wider Northern Rivers economy.
European settlement in the Marom Creek area dates back to the 19th century, driven initially by the timber industry and subsequent agricultural clearing for dairy farming and crop production. The region's history is closely tied to the broader development of the Richmond River district, evolving from early cedar-getting camps into established farming properties. While few prominent historical commercial structures remain in the immediate locality, the landscape retains historical markers of early European settlement alongside a deep connection to the traditional custodianship of the Bundjalung nation.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 146 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.