Stewarts River crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
5 recorded in this period, compared with 2 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Stewarts River
Stewarts River is a rural locality situated within the Mid-Coast Council local government area in New South Wales, identified by the postcode 2443. Geographically, it is defined by its proximity to the watercourse of the same name, which flows through a landscape characterized by undulating agricultural land, forested fringes, and riparian corridors. The area is sparsely populated, with demographics typical of the Mid-North Coast hinterland, focusing primarily on primary production, small-scale farming, and residential lifestyle holdings.
Local life in Stewarts River is defined by its quiet, semi-remote character, with residents relying on nearby service hubs such as Johns River and Kew for essential amenities, schooling, and commercial facilities. The locality serves as a transition zone between the coastal townships and the Great Dividing Range, offering limited infrastructure beyond local road networks. Historical records indicate that the region’s development was spurred by nineteenth-century timber harvesting and the subsequent expansion of pastoral industries, elements of which remain visible in the area's rural architecture and land-use patterns.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 1 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 1 | 0 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 126 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.