Mount Seaview crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
4 recorded in this period, compared with 5 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Mount Seaview
Mount Seaview is a rural locality in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales, situated within the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council local government area (postcode 2446). Geographically, the area is defined by its rugged, mountainous terrain, dense native forests, and the meandering course of the Hastings River. Due to its remote topography and expansive natural environment, the locality has a very sparse population, consisting predominantly of dispersed rural properties and conservation lands.
Local life in Mount Seaview is closely tied to the natural landscape, with the area serving as a gateway for outdoor recreation, including bushwalking, four-wheel driving, and exploring the surrounding nature reserves. Amenities within the locality itself are extremely limited, with residents relying on nearby townships along the Oxley Highway for commercial services, education, and healthcare. The local economy is largely based on niche tourism, primary production, and environmental management.
Historically, the region was traditionally inhabited by the Birpai Aboriginal people, who maintained a deep connection to the forested ranges and river systems. European settlement followed in the 19th century, driven by timber-getting, grazing, and the eventual construction of early transport routes connecting the tablelands to the coast, such as the Oxley Highway. Today, Mount Seaview is primarily recognized for its scenic wilderness and its preservation of the natural heritage of the Great Dividing Range foothills.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Liquor offences | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 28 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.