North Lismore crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
115 recorded in this period, compared with 93 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About North Lismore
North Lismore is an inner-northern suburb and locality of Lismore in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, situated within the Lismore City Council local government area and the 2480 postcode. Geographically, the suburb is bounded by the Wilsons River to the south and east, featuring a mix of low-lying floodplain areas adjacent to the waterway and rising elevated terrain to the north. Demographically, the population shares the socioeconomic and cultural characteristics of the broader Lismore regional hub, maintaining a close connection to the city's urban center.
The locality functions as a mixed-use area, combining residential housing with industrial zones, commercial enterprises, and agricultural land on its fringes. Local life centers around its industrial and commercial footprint, with residents relying heavily on the adjacent Lismore central business district for major retail, educational, and healthcare services. Recreational and community amenities in the area include local sports grounds and parks, though the suburb's geographic positioning makes parts of it particularly susceptible to significant seasonal flooding from the Wilsons River.
Historically, North Lismore developed alongside the broader establishment of Lismore in the 19th century, serving as an early hub for transport, timber, and agricultural industries. The area contains several sites of local historical significance, reflecting the region's colonial past alongside deep enduring connections to the Bundjalung nation, the traditional custodians of the land. Over the decades, the suburb has evolved while retaining its industrial character and historical streetscapes, despite challenges posed by major natural disaster events affecting the Northern Rivers region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Trespass | 19 | 8 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 10 | 2 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 9 | 12 |
| Malicious damage to property | 8 | 7 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 6 | 3 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 5 | 3 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 5 | 8 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 5 | 6 |
| Other theft | 5 | 5 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 5 | 2 |
| Arson | 4 | 6 |
| Fraud | 4 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 6 |
| Breach bail conditions | 3 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 3 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 3 | 2 |
| Other offences | 2 | 3 |
| Resist or hinder officer | 2 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 754 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.