Tweed Heads West crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
428 recorded in this period, compared with 357 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tweed Heads West
Tweed Heads West is a suburb located in the Tweed Shire of New South Wales, situated along the border with Queensland and holding the postcode 2485. Part of the Tweed Heads urban area, it occupies a geographic position west of the Tweed Heads central business district, bordering the Cobaki and Terranora Broadwaters. The locality is primarily residential, characterized by a diverse demographic profile. According to the 2021 Census, the suburb maintains a density typical of suburban coastal settlements, benefiting from proximity to both the Tweed River and the Gold Coast hinterland.
The suburb offers a range of local amenities, including neighborhood shopping centers, schools, and proximity to recreational facilities such as the Tweed Heads Bowls Club and various waterfront parks. Its infrastructure is designed to facilitate access to the Pacific Motorway, connecting residents to the wider Northern Rivers region and the Gold Coast. The area is notable for its natural corridors and water-based recreational opportunities. Historically, the area formed part of the broader development of the Tweed River valley, transitioning from early agricultural and forestry land use to residential expansion during the latter half of the 20th century. Today, Tweed Heads West functions as a residential catchment area, balancing its proximity to essential services with access to the natural environments of the Tweed estuary.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 46 | 32 |
| Other offences | 46 | 12 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 40 | 23 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 40 | 28 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 33 | 21 |
| Fraud | 28 | 35 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 28 | 22 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 24 | 21 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 21 | 13 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 19 | 11 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 12 | 16 |
| Steal from dwelling | 11 | 9 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 9 | 8 |
| Breach bail conditions | 8 | 12 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 8 | 9 |
| Sexual assault | 8 | 3 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 6 | 18 |
| Trespass | 6 | 9 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 6,176 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.