Naughtons Gap crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 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 Naughtons Gap
Naughtons Gap is a rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, falling within the Richmond Valley Council local government area and the 2470 postcode. Geographically, the area is characterized by undulating agricultural land, typical of the broader Northern Rivers hinterland, supporting a small, dispersed population engaged primarily in primary production.
The locality functions as a quiet residential and farming community with minimal commercial infrastructure. Residents rely on nearby regional hubs, such as Casino and Lismore, for major retail, educational, healthcare, and employment services. Road connectivity is provided via local rural routes linking the area to the Bruxner Highway, facilitating access to the wider Richmond Valley region.
Historically, the development of Naughtons Gap mirrors that of many agricultural settlements in the Richmond Valley, driven by European settlement in the 19th century focused on timber-getting, dairy farming, and beef cattle production. Cultural heritage in the area is largely tied to its rural landscape, early farmsteads, and the traditional custodianship of the region's Indigenous peoples.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 137 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.