The Risk crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1 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 The Risk
The Risk is a rural locality situated within the Kyogle Council local government area in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. Positioned near the Queensland border, the area is characterized by rugged, mountainous terrain and dense subtropical rainforests, forming part of the scenic hinterland of the Border Ranges. Demographically, the locality is sparsely populated, primarily supporting agricultural land use, including cattle grazing and sustainable forestry practices, consistent with the broader socioeconomic profile of the upper Richmond Valley.
The community is defined by its quiet, isolated character, with limited local amenities and infrastructure, necessitating travel to nearby townships such as Kyogle or Woodenbong for essential services. Historically, the area was settled during the late 19th and early 20th centuries as part of the regional expansion of the timber and dairy industries. The locality’s name reflects the challenging topography and the hazardous conditions encountered by early settlers and loggers navigating the steep, treacherous slopes of the region. Today, The Risk remains an area of ecological significance, adjacent to protected parklands that preserve the region’s natural heritage.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Trespass | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 31 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.