Rocky River (Uralla) crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
8 recorded in this period, compared with 13 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Rocky River (Uralla)
Rocky River is a rural locality situated within the Uralla Shire of the Northern Tablelands region in New South Wales. Characterized by undulating terrain, the area is primarily utilized for agriculture and small-scale livestock grazing. Demographically, it is a sparsely populated community, with residents primarily residing in detached dwellings spread across rural holdings. It maintains close ties to the nearby town of Uralla, which serves as the administrative and service hub for the 2358 postcode area.
The locality is historically significant as the site of the Rocky River Goldfield, which triggered a major gold rush in the mid-1850s. The discovery of alluvial gold transformed the local landscape, attracting thousands of prospectors and leading to a temporary surge in population and infrastructure development. Today, remnants of this mining heritage remain visible through historic diggings and site markers. While the area is largely quiet today, it remains a point of interest for those exploring the regional history of the New England Tablelands.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Arson | 1 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 5 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
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.