Smiths Creek (Tweed) crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
7 recorded in this period, compared with 15 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Smiths Creek (Tweed)
Smiths Creek is a rural locality situated within the Tweed Shire of New South Wales (postcode 2484). Geographically, it is defined by the undulating terrain of the Tweed River valley, characterized by agricultural land and pockets of remnant native vegetation. The area is sparsely populated, with demographics largely reflecting the broader agricultural and semi-rural profile of the Northern Rivers region.
Life in Smiths Creek is defined by its quiet, pastoral environment, with the economy primarily supported by primary production. Local amenities are minimal within the locality itself, with residents typically traveling to larger nearby service centers such as Murwillumbah for retail, education, and medical needs. The area maintains a historical heritage rooted in early European settlement, primarily centered on timber harvesting and dairy farming, which shaped the landscape and early land use patterns of the Tweed hinterland.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 1 | 2 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 2 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 1 |
| Steal from dwelling | 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.