Ruthven crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2 recorded in this period, compared with 6 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Ruthven
Ruthven is a rural locality situated within the Lismore City Council local government area in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales (postcode 2480). Characterized by undulating terrain and fertile volcanic soil, the area is primarily utilized for agricultural purposes, including cattle grazing and macadamia cultivation. As a sparsely populated rural district, it maintains a small demographic profile, with residents often accessing essential services and infrastructure in the nearby regional hub of Lismore.
The locality’s history is deeply connected to the broader settlement and development of the Richmond River valley during the 19th century, when the region was opened for timber harvesting and subsequent intensive agriculture. The landscape reflects this agricultural heritage, with original land grants forming the basis of the current rural properties. Today, Ruthven remains a quiet, non-urbanized community that preserves its historical character through its continued focus on primary production and its proximity to the significant ecological features of the Northern Rivers hinterland.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 3 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 114 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.