Repentance Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 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 Repentance Creek
Repentance Creek is a rural locality situated within the Lismore City Council local government area in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. Positioned within the 2480 postcode, the area is defined by its undulating topography, lush subtropical vegetation, and proximity to the upper reaches of the Wilsons River catchment. Demographically, the locality is sparsely populated, characterized by a lifestyle focused on agricultural production, hobby farming, and low-density residential settlement.
The area is primarily defined by its pastoral landscape, with local life centered around land stewardship and community-oriented rural living. While Repentance Creek lacks commercial infrastructure or village-style amenities, it benefits from its geographic connectivity to nearby settlements such as Federal and Lismore, which provide essential services, education, and retail facilities. Historically, the region was developed through the clearing of dense rainforest for timber harvesting and subsequent primary industry, particularly dairying and grazing. The locality retains its heritage through a quiet, agrarian character that reflects the broader history of agricultural transformation in the hinterlands of the Far North Coast.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 1 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 118 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.