Ramornie crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
18 recorded in this period, compared with 8 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Ramornie
Ramornie is a rural locality situated within the Clarence Valley Council area of New South Wales, approximately 15 kilometers northwest of the regional hub of Grafton. Geographically, the area is defined by its proximity to the Clarence River and is characterized by undulating pastoral land and floodplains. As a sparsely populated agricultural region, the demographic profile consists primarily of residents engaged in primary production, land management, and small-scale livestock farming.
The locality is primarily recognized for its historical significance regarding the Australian meat processing industry. In the late 19th century, Ramornie became the site of the Ramornie Meat Preserving Works, one of the earliest and largest meat-canning operations in the country. Established in the 1860s, the works were instrumental in the economic development of the Clarence Valley and served as a major employer until their closure in the mid-20th century. Today, the area is largely quiet and residential, with limited local amenities, relying on nearby Grafton for essential services, education, and retail infrastructure.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 5 | 1 |
| Other theft | 5 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 0 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 186 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.