Tweed Heads South crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
1,392 recorded in this period, compared with 1,467 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tweed Heads South
Tweed Heads South is a residential and commercial suburb located in the Tweed Shire of far northern New South Wales, immediately south of the Queensland border and holding the postcode 2486. Situated along the banks of the Tweed River, the locality serves as a hub for local commerce, housing, and infrastructure. Demographically, it functions as a key component of the Tweed Heads urban area, reflecting a mix of established residential pockets and industrial zones that support the broader regional economy.
The suburb is characterized by its accessibility and comprehensive range of amenities, including major retail centres, schools, and medical services. It is home to the Tweed City Shopping Centre, a major regional retail facility that serves as a vital economic anchor. Residents benefit from proximity to the Pacific Motorway, which facilitates transport links to the Gold Coast to the north and other northern New South Wales coastal communities. Historically, the area transitioned from a landscape dominated by timber-getting and agriculture in the late 19th century to an expanding urban centre following the mid-20th-century tourism boom. While much of the original landscape has been altered by modern infrastructure, the suburb remains a vital link between the coastal tourism corridors and the rural interior of the Tweed Valley.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Steal from retail store | 184 | 258 |
| Malicious damage to property | 109 | 116 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 101 | 73 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 78 | 49 |
| Fraud | 76 | 85 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 76 | 64 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 75 | 79 |
| Other offences | 70 | 29 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 70 | 60 |
| Other theft | 64 | 80 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 49 | 53 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 47 | 58 |
| Breach bail conditions | 45 | 45 |
| Trespass | 40 | 49 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 37 | 47 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 36 | 69 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 34 | 18 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 27 | 22 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 7,941 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.