Smiths Creek (Clarence Valley) crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
3 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 Smiths Creek (Clarence Valley)
Smiths Creek is a rural locality situated within the Clarence Valley Council area in Northern New South Wales, sharing the 2460 postcode with the regional hub of Grafton. The geography is defined by undulating terrain and riparian zones associated with the Clarence River catchment. As a sparsely populated rural district, it maintains a low demographic density, primarily characterized by agricultural holdings and low-density residential properties. Its proximity to Grafton allows residents to access essential regional infrastructure while maintaining a secluded, agrarian environment.
The area is primarily utilized for primary production, including cattle grazing and small-scale cultivation, consistent with the broader land-use patterns of the Clarence Valley. While the locality itself lacks commercial amenities, it is served by the civic, educational, and medical services located in nearby South Grafton. Historically, the region was part of the traditional lands of the Bundjalung and Gumbaynggirr peoples. European settlement in the 19th century centered on timber extraction and pastoral expansion, which shaped the cleared landscape and the dispersed settlement pattern observed today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 1 | 0 |
| Other theft | 1 | 0 |
| Stock theft | 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.