Sextonville crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 recorded in this period, compared with 1 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Sextonville
Sextonville is a small rural locality situated in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, falling under the jurisdiction of the Kyogle Council. Located within the postcode area 2470, the geography is defined by the undulating topography and fertile river valleys characteristic of the Richmond River catchment. The population is sparse, consisting primarily of residents engaged in agricultural pursuits, reflecting the broader demographic trend of the Kyogle Local Government Area, which is anchored by primary production, livestock grazing, and small-scale forestry.
Local life in Sextonville is centered on community-oriented, low-density rural living. As a non-urbanized locality, it lacks centralized commercial hubs, with residents typically traveling to the nearby town of Kyogle for essential services, education, healthcare, and retail amenities. The area is defined by its scenic landscape and commitment to traditional farming practices, maintaining a quiet, pastoral character that serves as a transition point between the densely settled river flats and the forested slopes of the nearby Border Ranges.
The history of Sextonville is deeply intertwined with the nineteenth-century European settlement of the Richmond River valley, driven initially by the timber industry and the subsequent conversion of cleared land into dairy and beef cattle farms. Like many localities in the Kyogle region, its heritage is marked by the influence of early agricultural pioneers and the legacy of the cedar-getters who first opened the area. The name remains a modest signifier of this period of regional development, preserving the historical identity of the district as it has evolved from early frontier grazing to its present-day status as a quiet rural enclave.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 30 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.