Mount Russell crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mount Russell
Mount Russell is a rural locality situated in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Inverell Shire local government area and the 2360 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural lands, typical of the broader North West Slopes region. Due to its rural nature, the population is very small and dispersed, primarily residing in scattered farmsteads rather than a concentrated township.
The local economy and lifestyle are predominantly centered around agriculture, including livestock grazing and broadacre cropping. Essential commercial, educational, and civic amenities are not located within Mount Russell itself, requiring residents to travel to nearby regional hubs such as Inverell for retail, healthcare, and secondary schooling.
The locality derives its name from the prominent local geographic feature and shares the broader settlement history of the Inverell district. Originally inhabited by the Anaiwan and Kamilaroi Aboriginal peoples, the area was opened to European squatter settlement in the mid-19th century. While Mount Russell does not feature major commercial heritage tourism sites, its historical footprint is reflected in its long-established farming properties and rural infrastructure.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Blackmail and extortion | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 111 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.