Pulganbar crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Pulganbar
Pulganbar is a rural locality situated within the Clarence Valley Council area of northern New South Wales, holding the postcode 2460. Geographically, the area is defined by undulating terrain and bushland typical of the hinterland west of Grafton, characterized by its proximity to the Clarence River catchment. As a sparsely populated rural district, it maintains a small demographic primarily engaged in agricultural pursuits and land management, contributing to the broader economic profile of the Clarence Valley region.
The locality functions primarily as a quiet residential and agricultural zone with limited local amenities, relying on nearby Grafton for essential services, healthcare, and educational facilities. Its history is closely linked to the broader development of the Clarence Valley, which saw initial expansion through timber getting and pastoral settlement during the 19th and early 20th centuries. While there are few prominent heritage landmarks, the landscape remains representative of the early colonial agricultural development that shaped the infrastructure and rural character of the Northern Rivers region.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 2 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5 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.