Montecollum crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
11 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 Montecollum
Montecollum is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Byron Shire local government area (postcode 2482). Located in the hinterland behind Byron Bay and Mullumbimby, the area is characterized by an undulating, elevated landscape, high annual rainfall, and lush subtropical rainforest remnants. Demographically, the population reflects the broader Byron hinterland, consisting of a mix of long-term rural residents, families, and individuals drawn to the area’s natural environment, alternative lifestyle culture, and agricultural potential.
Local life in Montecollum is defined by quiet rural living, small-scale farming, and community-focused activities. The locality is primarily residential and agricultural, with properties ranging from lifestyle blocks and hobby farms to working horticultural holdings. Due to its rural nature, residents rely primarily on nearby Mullumbimby and Brunswick Heads for essential services, commercial retail, schools, and medical facilities. The area is connected by local roads winding through the hinterland, providing access to major regional transit routes like the Pacific Highway.
Historically, the land around Montecollum—like much of the Byron Shire—is part of the traditional country of the Bundjalung nation, who managed and inhabited the region for millennia. European settlement began in the 19th century, initially driven by the timber industry targeting valuable Australian red cedar and other rainforest hardwoods. Following the clearing of the 'Big Scrub', the land was progressively converted into dairy farms and agricultural holdings. In the latter half of the 20th century, the demographic landscape shifted significantly with the arrival of alternative lifestyle movements, bringing an influx of artists, environmentalists, and back-to-the-land settlers who shaped the modern character of the hinterland.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud | 2 | 0 |
| Other theft | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 1 | 0 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 67 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.