Upper Coopers Creek crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
18 recorded in this period, compared with 7 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Upper Coopers Creek
Upper Coopers Creek is a rural locality situated in the hinterland of the Byron Shire in northern New South Wales (postcode 2482). Characterized by steep, rugged terrain, the area is part of a high-rainfall subtropical region known for dense vegetation and proximity to Nightcap National Park. The locality maintains a small, sparsely populated community, with residents primarily occupying acreage properties. The landscape is defined by the winding course of Coopers Creek, which drains into the Wilsons River system.
The locality is strictly residential and agricultural, with no commercial amenities or public infrastructure within its immediate boundaries. Residents typically rely on the nearby townships of Federal and Clunes for essential services, retail, and primary schooling. Life in Upper Coopers Creek is centered on private land management and the maintenance of the region's natural environment. Access is provided via narrow, winding mountain roads that connect the isolated creek valley to the broader Byron Shire road network. Historically, the area was part of the traditional lands of the Bundjalung people. Following European arrival in the late 19th century, intensive timber harvesting occurred, followed by the establishment of small-scale dairy and agricultural enterprises. The land has since transitioned toward private conservation or low-impact residential use.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 3 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 3 | 1 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 2 | 0 |
| Non-domestic violence related assault | 2 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 1 | 0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 0 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Sexual assault | 1 | 0 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 78 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.