McKees Hill crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 6 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About McKees Hill
McKees Hill is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Lismore City Council local government area and the 2480 postcode. Geographically positioned south of Lismore, the area is characterized by low-lying floodplains adjacent to the Richmond River catchment, supporting a landscape dominated by agricultural land use, particularly beef cattle grazing, sugarcane, and macadamia farming. Due to its small population, demographic data is typically aggregated with surrounding rural localities in the Northern Rivers statistical region.
Local life in McKees Hill is centered around a quiet, community-oriented rural lifestyle. The locality is primarily residential and agricultural, lacking a major commercial center, meaning residents rely on nearby urban hubs such as Lismore and Coraki for secondary education, employment, health services, and retail shopping. Road connectivity is provided through rural feeder routes linking the district to the Bruxner Highway, facilitating access to the broader Northern Rivers infrastructure.
European settlement in the McKees Hill area dates back to the 19th century, driven by the timber industry that exploited the region's dense "Big Scrub" rainforests and Richmond River cedar stands. Following the clearing of the land for timber, the economy transitioned primarily to dairy farming and agriculture. The locality's heritage is tied to the early pioneering history of the Richmond River district, reflecting the gradual transformation of indigenous lands into agricultural holdings.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 2 | 1 |
| Trespass | 2 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 295 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.