Mummulgum crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
6 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 Mummulgum
Mummulgum is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, within the Kyogle Council local government area and bearing the postcode 2469. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating terrain, agricultural lands, and native bushland typical of the hinterland west of Lismore. Demographically, Mummulgum supports a small, dispersed population primarily engaged in primary production, rural lifestyle properties, and local trades, reflecting the broader demographic patterns of the rural Northern Rivers.
Local life in Mummulgum centers around its agricultural identity, with the community relying on nearby regional hubs such as Casino and Kyogle for comprehensive commercial services, secondary education, and healthcare. Amenities directly within the locality are minimal, consistent with its small population and rural classification. The area is traversed by the Bruxner Highway, which connects the locality to larger centers in the region and serves as the primary transport corridor for residents.
Historically, the Mummulgum area developed through timber harvesting, agriculture, and the expansion of regional transport routes in the 19th and 20th centuries. The landscape retains elements of its pastoral and forestry heritage, which shaped the initial European settlement and land-use patterns of the Kyogle shire. While few large-scale historical landmarks remain prominent, the locality preserves a quiet rural character rooted in its early agricultural foundations.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 2 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 105 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.