Shark Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
0 recorded in this period, compared with 10 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Shark Creek
Shark Creek is a rural locality situated within the Clarence Valley Council area of New South Wales, holding the postcode 2463. Geographically, it is positioned in the Northern Rivers region, characterized by low-lying floodplains and proximity to the Clarence River catchment. The area is sparsely populated and primarily features agricultural land, including cattle grazing and small-scale cultivation, interspersed with tracts of native vegetation.
Local life in Shark Creek is defined by its quiet, agricultural character, with residents relying on the nearby regional hub of Maclean for essential services, retail, and schooling. Amenities within the immediate locality are minimal, reflecting its nature as a traditional farming community. The area is traversed by local road networks that connect the smaller rural settlements of the lower Clarence Valley to the broader transport infrastructure of the Pacific Highway corridor.
The history of Shark Creek is closely tied to the colonial expansion of the Clarence River district in the 19th century, which saw the region developed for timber harvesting and pastoral agriculture. The locality retains its historical association with the original European land grants and the subsequent development of the surrounding riverine landscape. While few significant heritage structures remain, the area preserves its historical identity as part of a rural landscape that has supported the regional agricultural economy for generations.
Recorded offence categories
No offences are recorded in this period, so there is no leading category.
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.