Pottsville crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
200 recorded in this period, compared with 180 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Pottsville
Pottsville is a coastal locality (postcode 2489) situated in the Tweed Shire of Northern New South Wales, approximately 20 kilometres south of the Queensland border. Positioned between the Pacific Ocean and the estuaries of Mooball Creek, the area is characterized by its sandy beaches, coastal dunes, and protected wetlands. The community maintains a demographic profile typical of a coastal residential suburb that has transitioned from a quiet fishing village into a popular destination for families and retirees.
The local lifestyle is defined by its proximity to the coast, with amenities centred around the Pottsville village hub, which hosts supermarkets, cafes, and essential community services. Recreational activities are largely outdoor-focused, centred on surfing, fishing, and kayaking within the tidal waters of Mooball Creek. The area serves as a residential base for commuters to both the Tweed Coast and the Gold Coast region, connected primarily by the Pacific Highway.
Historically, the area was part of the traditional lands of the Bundjalung people. European settlement in the late 19th century was driven by the timber and agricultural industries, particularly dairy farming. Originally known as Mooball, the town was later renamed Pottsville after a local landholder, James Potts. Over the latter half of the 20th century, the locality shifted away from its agricultural roots toward residential development and tourism, preserving its heritage through its integration with the surrounding natural coastal environment.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 25 | 21 |
| Malicious damage to property | 24 | 31 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 19 | 13 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 13 | 9 |
| Other theft | 12 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 12 | 22 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 10 | 9 |
| Breach bail conditions | 9 | 6 |
| Fraud | 9 | 5 |
| Steal from dwelling | 9 | 6 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 8 | 8 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 7 | 12 |
| Sexual assault | 6 | 5 |
| Other offences | 5 | 1 |
| Steal from retail store | 5 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 4 | 1 |
| Arson | 3 | 2 |
| Blackmail and extortion | 3 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 7,238 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.