Mooball crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 17 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mooball
Mooball is a small rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Tweed Shire local government area (postcode 2483). Located approximately 120 kilometres south of the Queensland border and just inland from the coastal town of Pottsville, the area is characterized by rolling hills, lush agricultural land, and dairy farming country. The local population is relatively small, reflecting a quiet, tightly knit rural community.
The locality is centered around a historic main street distinguished by its unusual, vibrant yellow-painted buildings, which have made the village a distinct visual landmark. Local amenities are modest, serving residents and passing tourists with a small selection of cafes, a general store, and local services. Mooball is also a key stop along the Tweed Shire's rail trail, utilizing the former Murwillumbah railway line corridor for cycling and walking, which brings recreational visitors to the area.
Historically, Mooball developed as an agricultural and timber-getting settlement in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with the arrival of the railway in the 1920s significantly boosting its dairy and banana industries. The name "Mooball" is derived from an Aboriginal word, generally believed to refer to the local swamp wallaby or a specific native plant. Today, while the traditional heavy agricultural industries have evolved, the village retains much of its heritage architecture and rural character.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 4 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 193 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.