The Freshwater crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
0 recorded in this period, compared with 0 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About The Freshwater
The Freshwater is a locality situated within the Clarence Valley Council area of New South Wales, carrying the postcode 2466. Its geography is defined by the coastal and hinterland landscapes characteristic of the Northern Rivers region, featuring a mix of rural terrain and proximity to the Pacific coastline. As a sparsely populated area, The Freshwater maintains a demographic profile typical of remote agricultural and coastal residential zones, with land use primarily dedicated to private holdings, small-scale farming, and preserved natural bushland.
Local life in the area is characterized by low-density settlement and reliance on nearby hubs, such as Maclean or Yamba, for comprehensive amenities, commercial services, and education. Residents generally access infrastructure through these established neighboring towns, as The Freshwater lacks significant retail or industrial development. Historically, the region’s heritage is rooted in the traditional custodianship of the Yaegl people, followed by the development of colonial agricultural industries in the 19th century. Today, the locality reflects a quiet, lifestyle-oriented environment, preserving the historical patterns of land use and environmental conservation intrinsic to the Clarence Valley.
Recorded offence categories
No offences are recorded in this period, so there is no leading category.
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 5 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.