North Dorrigo crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
8 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 North Dorrigo
North Dorrigo is a rural locality situated on the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales, within the Bellingen Shire local government area (postcode 2453). Positioned northwest of Dorrigo, the area is characterized by elevated, undulating terrain, fertile volcanic soils, and a cooler highland climate compared to the nearby coastal strip. Demographically, North Dorrigo supports a small, dispersed population primarily engaged in primary production, reflecting the broader rural profile of the Dorrigo plateau.
The local economy and lifestyle are predominantly centered around agriculture, particularly beef cattle grazing, potato farming, and dairy production, alongside emerging niche horticulture. Due to its rural nature, residents rely on the nearby township of Dorrigo for essential services, retail, schooling, and community infrastructure. While North Dorrigo itself has limited commercial amenities, its proximity to the Dorrigo National Park provides residents and visitors with access to extensive natural attractions, walking trails, and World Heritage-listed subtropical rainforests.
Historically, the region developed following European settlement in the mid-19th century, driven initially by the lucrative timber industry that targeted the area's dense rainforests. As the cedar getters cleared the land, the rich volcanic soil attracted agricultural settlers who established dairy and crop farming. The heritage of North Dorrigo remains tied to this pioneering era of primary industry, reflected in its historic rural properties, traditional farming landscapes, and cultural ties to the broader Bellingen hinterland.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 3 | 0 |
| Other offences | 2 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of other drugs | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 1 |
| Trespass | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 186 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.