Upper Corindi crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
11 recorded in this period, compared with 28 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Upper Corindi
Upper Corindi is a semi-rural locality situated within the Coffs Harbour City Council area on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales (postcode 2456). Geographically, the area is defined by undulating terrain and proximity to the Corindi River, transitioning from coastal lowlands toward the foothills of the Great Dividing Range. The demographic profile is primarily residential and agricultural, characterized by a low population density that maintains a quiet, hinterland lifestyle distinct from the nearby coastal village of Corindi Beach.
Local life in Upper Corindi is centered on rural residential living and small-scale primary production, including horticulture and hobby farming. The area lacks a traditional commercial core, with residents relying on the neighboring coastal townships for essential services, retail, and primary education. Historically, the region was shaped by the timber industry and early agricultural settlement. While few physical heritage landmarks remain, the locality retains its significance through its connection to the broader development of the Coffs Harbour hinterland and the ongoing preservation of the surrounding natural landscape.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Arson | 3 | 1 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Cultivating cannabis | 1 | 0 |
| Fraud | 1 | 0 |
| Malicious damage to property | 1 | 4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 1 |
| Other drug offences | 1 | 0 |
| Possession and/or use of cannabis | 1 | 2 |
| Sexual touching, sexual act and other sexual offences | 1 | 0 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 158 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.