Piora crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
15 recorded in this period, compared with 3 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Piora
Piora is a rural locality situated within the Richmond Valley Council area of New South Wales, sharing the 2470 postcode. Geographically, the area is defined by the rolling topography of the Northern Rivers region, characterized by fertile floodplains and pastoral landscapes typical of the Richmond River catchment. As a sparsely populated rural district, it maintains a small, localized demographic primarily engaged in agricultural pursuits, including beef cattle grazing and primary production, with residents often looking toward the nearby administrative center of Casino for broader social and professional services.
The history of Piora is deeply connected to the broader European settlement of the Richmond Valley during the 19th century, which saw the region transition from cedar logging to intensive dairy and cattle farming. Like many localities in the area, Piora retains a heritage tied to its agricultural roots and the development of local infrastructure to support regional trade. While it lacks significant commercial hubs, the locality remains an integral part of the Richmond Valley’s rural fabric, preserved as a quiet, residential, and agricultural enclave that reflects the historical land-use patterns of the North Coast of New South Wales.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Other theft | 3 | 1 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Criminal intent | 1 | 0 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
| Stock theft | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 71 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.