Tweed Heads crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
2,116 recorded in this period, compared with 1,964 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Tweed Heads
Tweed Heads is a coastal town located in the far northeastern corner of New South Wales, situated at the mouth of the Tweed River. Serving as the primary administrative centre for the Tweed Shire (postcode 2485), it occupies a unique geographical position bordering Queensland and the city of Gold Coast. The locality is characterized by a mix of riverine landscapes, beaches, and headlands, including the prominent Greenmount and Point Danger. Demographically, it functions as a key residential and service hub, sustaining a population that blends permanent residents with a significant tourism sector, bolstered by its proximity to the Coolangatta airport.
The local lifestyle is defined by its coastal amenities, offering extensive access to surf beaches, river activities, and regional parks. As the commercial heart of the Tweed Shire, the area provides robust infrastructure, including the Tweed Valley Hospital, diverse retail centres, and various recreational sporting facilities. Historically, the region was traditionally inhabited by the Bundjalung people before European settlement in the mid-19th century, which was initially driven by the timber industry. Over time, the economy transitioned toward agriculture, particularly sugar cane and bananas, before evolving into the modern tourism and residential destination it is today.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach bail conditions | 496 | 453 |
| Other offences | 275 | 168 |
| Steal from retail store | 238 | 174 |
| Malicious damage to property | 116 | 129 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 87 | 54 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 87 | 58 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 81 | 80 |
| Other theft | 78 | 56 |
| Trespass | 70 | 71 |
| Fraud | 55 | 62 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 51 | 43 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 50 | 41 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 48 | 79 |
| Receiving or handling stolen goods | 46 | 38 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 39 | 55 |
| Possession and/or use of amphetamines | 35 | 65 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 34 | 48 |
| Steal from dwelling | 32 | 26 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 9,176 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.