Possum Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Possum Creek
Possum Creek is a rural locality situated within the Byron Shire in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, holding the postcode 2479. The area is defined by its undulating, fertile topography, characterized by subtropical rainforest remnants and cleared agricultural land used primarily for grazing and macadamia cultivation. The demographic profile is largely composed of long-term rural residents and lifestyle settlers attracted to the area’s scenic landscape, with population density remaining low due to its zoning for primary production and environmental conservation.
Local life in Possum Creek is centered on private residential living and small-scale farming rather than commercial activity. The locality lacks a traditional town center, with residents relying on the nearby hubs of Bangalow and Federal for essential services, retail, and community facilities. Historically, the region was developed in the late 19th century following the clearing of the "Big Scrub," a vast subtropical rainforest that once covered much of the area. The heritage of the locality is linked to the early timber-getting and dairy-farming industries, which shaped the initial settlement patterns and infrastructure still visible in the rural road network today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Sexual assault | 2 | 3 |
| Trespass | 2 | 1 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 277 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.