Moonpar crime statistics

About Moonpar

Moonpar is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Clarence Valley Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2453. Geographically, the area is characterised by rugged terrain, native bushland, and elevated forested country associated with the Great Dividing Range and surrounding state forests. Due to its remote and heavily vegetated landscape, the population is very small, consisting primarily of dispersed rural landholdings and acreage properties.

As a predominantly natural and agricultural area, Moonpar lacks commercial amenities, retail centres, or urban infrastructure. Residents rely on nearby service hubs such as Dorrigo or Grafton for essential goods, healthcare, and educational facilities. The local lifestyle is defined by privacy, primary production, and outdoor recreation, with the surrounding environment supporting activities such as bushwalking, conservation, and nature observation.

European history in the Moonpar area dates back to the 19th century, driven by the timber industry and the exploitation of rich local forestry resources, particularly red cedar and hardwood logging. The remnants of early timber-getting tracks and historical infrastructure reflect this pioneering era before the region largely transitioned toward conservation and lifestyle property use.

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.

• NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research
• ABS 2021 Census · SAL 12717
• NSW Spatial Services
• Methodology, updates and corrections